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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Lidl Stiftung & Co. KG's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Lidl Stiftung & Co. KG reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,178,554,470 kg CO2e across all scopes. This included about 8,452,280 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and approximately 30,333,420 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The majority of their emissions, around 2,171,554,470 kg CO2e, were attributed to Scope 3, which encompasses indirect emissions from the value chain. In 2021, Lidl's emissions were slightly lower, with total emissions of about 2,118,086,300 kg CO2e, comprising approximately 12,009,020 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 29,423,600 kg CO2e from Scope 2. Despite these figures, Lidl has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests that while Lidl is aware of its emissions, it may not have formalised commitments to reduce them in line with industry standards or frameworks such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Overall, Lidl's emissions data highlights the significant impact of Scope 3 emissions, which are critical for retailers to address in their climate strategies.
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| 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 12,009,020 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 29,423,600 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 2,118,086,300 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Lidl Stiftung & Co. KG is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
