Meijer, officially known as Meijer, Inc., is a prominent American retail company headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Founded in 1934, Meijer has established itself as a leader in the supercentre industry, primarily serving the Midwestern United States, including states like Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, and Kentucky. The company operates a unique blend of grocery and general merchandise, offering a wide range of products from fresh produce to household goods, all under one roof. Meijer's commitment to quality and customer service has earned it a loyal customer base and a strong market position. Notable achievements include being one of the first retailers to introduce the concept of the hypermarket, which has significantly influenced the retail landscape. With a focus on innovation and community engagement, Meijer continues to thrive in a competitive market.
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Meijer's score of 26 is lower than 52% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2020, Meijer, headquartered in the US, reported significant greenhouse gas emissions, primarily from refrigerants, amounting to approximately 1,778,081 kg CO2e under Scope 1. This data is cascaded from its parent company, Meijer, Inc. However, there is no disclosed data for Scope 2 or Scope 3 emissions for the same year. Meijer has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments, and there are no reported SBTi (Science Based Targets initiative) targets or climate pledges. The company’s emissions data reflects a lack of comprehensive climate strategy, which is critical in the retail sector, especially as consumers increasingly demand sustainability. Overall, while Meijer has acknowledged its carbon footprint, the absence of clear reduction targets and detailed emissions reporting indicates a need for enhanced climate action and transparency in its sustainability efforts.
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Meijer is participating in some 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.
