Meijer
Meijer, officially known as Meijer, Inc., is a prominent American supermarket chain headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Founded in 1934, Meijer has established itself as a leader in the retail industry, particularly in the Midwest, with a strong presence in states such as Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, and Kentucky. The company operates a unique hybrid model, combining grocery stores with general merchandise, offering a wide range of products from fresh produce to household goods. Meijer's commitment to quality and customer service has earned it a loyal customer base and a notable market position as one of the largest privately-owned companies in the United States. With a focus on innovation, Meijer continues to adapt to changing consumer needs while maintaining its core values of community engagement and sustainability.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Meijer'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.
Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Retail Trade 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.
Industry Benchmark
Meijer's score of 17 is lower than 62% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Meijer's reported carbon emissions
Meijer has not publicly disclosed specific carbon emissions data for the most recent year. However, the company has been actively engaged in various climate commitments and initiatives aimed at reducing its carbon footprint. In recent years, Meijer has received scores ranging from B- to C in climate-related assessments, indicating a moderate level of transparency and action regarding its environmental impact. Notably, in 2023, Meijer achieved a score of B- in its climate performance, reflecting ongoing efforts to improve sustainability practices. While specific reduction targets have not been detailed, Meijer is part of the broader retail industry, which is increasingly focusing on reducing greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes. This includes Scope 1 (direct emissions from owned or controlled sources), Scope 2 (indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity, steam, heating, and cooling), and Scope 3 (all other indirect emissions that occur in a company's value chain). Meijer's commitment to sustainability is evident through its participation in various climate initiatives, although specific targets and achievements remain unspecified. The company continues to work towards enhancing its environmental strategies in alignment with industry standards and expectations.
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
Meijer is committed to some 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.
