Metro Sustainability Profile
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.
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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
Metro's score of 48 is higher than 67% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Metro's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Metro reported total carbon emissions of approximately 10,617,773,700 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 264,354,300 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 19,573,400 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 10,333,846,000 kg CO2e. The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of about 9,979,781,100 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 270,469,800 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at about 15,605,200 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at around 9,693,706,100 kg CO2e. Metro has set ambitious targets to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by 2030, starting from 2023. This commitment reflects a proactive approach to climate action within the food and staples retailing sector. The company is currently classified as "Committed" to near-term targets under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), although it has not yet committed to a net-zero target. The emissions data is sourced directly from Metro Inc., with no cascading from a parent organization. This data underscores Metro's ongoing efforts to address its carbon footprint while aligning with industry standards for climate accountability.
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| 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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Metro's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Metro's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 7% last year and increased significantly since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Downstream Transportation & Distribution" being the largest emissions source at 5% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Metro's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Metro has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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