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Lidl Stiftung & Co. KG

Lidl Stiftung & Co. KG, commonly known as Lidl, is a leading global discount supermarket chain headquartered in Germany. Established in 1930, Lidl has grown significantly, operating over 11,000 stores across Europe and the United States, making it a prominent player in the retail industry. The company focuses on providing high-quality groceries at competitive prices, with a unique model that emphasises efficiency and customer satisfaction. Lidl's core offerings include fresh produce, bakery items, and a wide range of household products, all sourced with a commitment to sustainability. Recognised for its innovative approach, Lidl has achieved notable milestones, including rapid expansion and a strong market presence, consistently ranking among the top discount retailers. With a dedication to value and quality, Lidl continues to redefine the shopping experience for millions of customers worldwide.

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How does Lidl Stiftung & 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.

27

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Real Estate Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

26

Industry Benchmark

Lidl Stiftung & Co. KG's score of 27 is higher than 76% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Lidl Stiftung & Co. KG's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, Lidl Stiftung & Co. KG reported global carbon emissions of approximately 3,138,700 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 30,333,420 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 2,178,554,470 kg CO2e from Scope 3. This indicates a significant reliance on indirect emissions, particularly from their supply chain and product lifecycle. In 2021, the company recorded emissions of about 12,009,020 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 29,423,600 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and a substantial 2,118,086,300 kg CO2e for Scope 3. The data from 2019 shows Scope 1 emissions in Ireland at approximately 13,394,020 kg CO2e, but no further emissions data was disclosed for that year. Despite the detailed emissions reporting, Lidl has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. The absence of documented reduction strategies suggests a need for enhanced climate action within the organisation. Overall, Lidl's emissions profile highlights the importance of addressing both direct and indirect emissions to meet future sustainability goals.

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Scope 1
12,009,020
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Scope 2
29,423,600
00,000,000
Scope 3
2,118,086,300
0,000,000,000

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Lidl Stiftung & Co. KG's primary industry is Real estate services (70), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Lidl Stiftung & Co. KG is headquartered in DE, which has a rank of medium, indicating medium grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Lidl Stiftung & Co. KG is not committed to any reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

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Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
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