Mercadona
Mercadona, officially known as Mercadona S.A., is a leading Spanish supermarket chain headquartered in Valencia, Spain. Established in 1977, the company has grown to dominate the retail grocery sector, primarily operating across Spain with over 1,600 stores. Mercadona is renowned for its commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, offering a wide range of products, including fresh produce, meat, and household goods, often under its own private label brands. The company has achieved significant milestones, such as being the largest supermarket chain in Spain by market share, reflecting its strong position in the industry. Mercadona's unique approach to supply chain management and customer-centric services has set it apart from competitors, making it a preferred choice for millions of shoppers. With a focus on innovation and sustainability, Mercadona continues to lead the way in the Spanish retail landscape.
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Mercadona's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Mercadona reported total carbon emissions of approximately 894,481,000 kg CO2e. This marks a reduction from 2023, where emissions were about 950,972,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 36% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, based on a 2015 baseline. This target is part of their ongoing climate transition plan. Historically, Mercadona's emissions have fluctuated, with 2022 emissions recorded at about 753,062,000 kg CO2e, and 2021 emissions at approximately 757,265,000 kg CO2e. Notably, in 2020, the company reported a total of 830,482,000 kg CO2e, which included 520,182,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 310,300,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. Mercadona is committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, as indicated by their long-term targets under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). However, they have recently removed some near-term commitments, indicating a shift in their strategic approach. Overall, Mercadona's emissions data and climate commitments reflect a proactive stance towards reducing their carbon footprint, aligning with industry standards for sustainability and climate action.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 520,182,000 | - | - |
| Scope 2 | 310,300,000 | - | - |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - |
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