Metro
Metro Inc., commonly referred to as Metro, is a prominent Canadian grocery and pharmacy retailer headquartered in Montreal, Quebec, CA. Founded in 1947, the company has established itself as a key player in the food and pharmacy industry, operating over 950 stores across Quebec and Ontario. Metro's core offerings include a diverse range of fresh produce, grocery items, and pharmacy services, distinguished by their commitment to quality and local sourcing. The company has achieved notable milestones, including the expansion of its private label products, which cater to a growing demand for value and quality among consumers. With a strong market position, Metro continues to innovate in the retail sector, focusing on sustainability and customer experience, making it a trusted choice for millions of Canadians.
DitchCarbon Score
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Metro's score of 35 is higher than 88% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Metro's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Metro reported total carbon emissions of approximately 9,979,781,100 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 270,469,800 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 15,605,200 kg CO2e, and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled around 9,693,706,100 kg CO2e. This represents a notable increase in emissions compared to previous years. In 2022, Metro's total emissions were approximately 395,589,900 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 266,631,800 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at around 14,785,400 kg CO2e. The company has shown a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets have not been disclosed. As of October 2023, Metro is committed to near-term reduction targets but has not set a net-zero target. Metro's emissions intensity has varied over the years, with a reported intensity of 0.0016282 kg CO2e per square foot in 2023. The company continues to focus on sustainability initiatives within the food and staples retailing sector, aiming to improve its environmental impact while addressing the challenges of increasing emissions.
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Add to project| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 270,761,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 17,872,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 114,503,400 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Metro 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.
