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Meijer

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.

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.

20

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.

21

Industry Benchmark

Meijer's score of 20 is higher than 70% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Meijer's reported carbon emissions

Meijer, headquartered in the US, currently does not provide specific carbon emissions data or reduction targets. Without available figures on their emissions, it is unclear how they are addressing their carbon footprint. However, the company is expected to align with industry standards and climate commitments, which typically include initiatives aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes. As the retail sector increasingly focuses on sustainability, Meijer may be exploring strategies to enhance their environmental performance and contribute to broader climate goals. Further information on their specific commitments or initiatives would be necessary to provide a comprehensive overview of their climate strategy.

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Meijer's primary industry is Retail trade services, except of motor vehicles and motorcycles; repair services of personal and household goods (52), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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. Meijer is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

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 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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