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Wholesale Trade
AU
updated 6 days ago

Metcash

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Metcash Limited, headquartered in Australia, is a leading wholesale distribution and marketing company that operates primarily in the grocery, liquor, and hardware sectors. Founded in 1958, Metcash has established itself as a pivotal player in the Australian retail landscape, serving independent retailers across the nation. With a strong presence in major operational regions, including New South Wales, Victoria, and Queensland, Metcash offers a diverse range of products and services. Its unique model supports independent retailers by providing them with access to a vast supply chain, competitive pricing, and tailored marketing solutions. Recognised for its commitment to local communities and sustainability, Metcash has achieved significant milestones, including the expansion of its IGA supermarket network. As a trusted partner for thousands of retailers, Metcash continues to strengthen its market position, driving innovation and growth within the industry.

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40

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Wholesale Trade 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.

24

Industry Benchmark

Metcash's score of 40 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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Metcash's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Metcash reported total carbon emissions of approximately 15446000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 75056000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based). The total emissions for Scope 1 and 2 combined reached about 90502000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions were significantly higher, totalling approximately 932185000 kg CO2e from purchased goods and services alone, with additional contributions from other categories such as upstream and downstream transportation. In 2023, Metcash's emissions were slightly lower, with Scope 1 at about 13225000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 (market-based) at approximately 76441000 kg CO2e, leading to a combined total of about 89666000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2. Notably, the company has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments, and there are no SBTi (Science Based Targets initiative) reduction targets reported. Metcash's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, and all figures are derived directly from Metcash Limited. The company continues to disclose its emissions across all relevant scopes, demonstrating transparency in its environmental impact reporting.

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2018201920202021202220232024
Scope 1
24,741,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 2
97,476,000
000,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
-
-
-
-
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-
0,000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Metcash's primary industry is Wholesale trade and commission trade services, except of motor vehicles and motorcycles (51), which is very 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. This request for Metcash is in AU, which has a very high grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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.

Metcash 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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