Lidl Belgium GmbH & Co. KG, a prominent player in the retail industry, operates from its headquarters in Belgium. Established in 1994, Lidl has rapidly expanded its footprint across the country, offering a diverse range of products that cater to the needs of Belgian consumers. Specialising in grocery retail, Lidl is renowned for its commitment to quality and affordability, providing fresh produce, bakery items, and household essentials. The company distinguishes itself through its no-frills shopping experience and a focus on private label products, which often deliver exceptional value. With a strong market position, Lidl Belgium has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for customer satisfaction and sustainability initiatives. As part of the larger Lidl Group, it continues to innovate and adapt to the evolving retail landscape, solidifying its reputation as a trusted supermarket choice in Belgium.
How does Lidl Belgium GmbH & Co. KG's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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Lidl Belgium GmbH & Co. KG's score of 16 is lower than 89% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Lidl Belgium GmbH & Co. KG currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. The company is a current subsidiary of Lidl Stiftung & Co. KG, which may influence its climate commitments and performance metrics. As of now, Lidl Belgium has not outlined any specific reduction targets or initiatives related to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The emissions data for Lidl Belgium is cascaded from its parent company, Schwarz Beteiligungs-GmbH, at a cascade level of 2, indicating that any climate-related performance metrics may be derived from broader corporate strategies rather than specific local initiatives. In the absence of detailed emissions data and reduction targets, Lidl Belgium's climate commitments remain unclear. The company operates within an industry context that increasingly prioritises sustainability and carbon footprint reduction, suggesting potential future initiatives may align with these trends.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 6,198.61 | 0,000.00 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
Lidl Belgium GmbH & Co. KG's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 4% last year and increased by approximately 4% since 2023, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 82% of Scope 3 emissions.
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Lidl Belgium GmbH & Co. KG has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.