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METRO AG, commonly referred to as METRO, is a leading international wholesale trade and commission trade services provider headquartered in Düsseldorf, Germany. Established in 1964, the company has grown to serve a broad customer base across Europe and beyond, specialising in wholesale distribution of a wide range of products.
Operating primarily within the wholesale trade sector, METRO offers diverse core services including food and non-food wholesale, catering supplies, and business-to-business solutions. Its unique approach combines extensive product selection with tailored services, enabling customers to optimise their procurement processes.
Recognised for its strong market position, METRO AG has achieved notable milestones in expanding its operational footprint and enhancing supply chain efficiency. As a key player in the wholesale industry, the company continues to set standards in wholesale trade and commission services, maintaining its reputation for reliability and innovation.
62
DitchCarbon score
+35 vs industry average
METRO AG’s score of 62 is higher than 78% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Low
Wholesale Trade has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.134
20182025
The Wholesale Trade industry has reduced its overall emissions by 37% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
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Reported emissions
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Scope 2
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Scope 3
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METRO AG's reported carbon emissions
METRO AG, a German wholesale trade and commission trade services company, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 33.57 billion kg CO2e in 2025. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 383.38 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of about 403.99 million kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions of approximately 32.78 billion kg CO2e. The majority of Scope 3 emissions were attributed to purchased goods and services, accounting for approximately 30.39 billion kg CO2e.
Looking back, METRO AG's total emissions have varied, with reported figures of approximately 916.91 million kg CO2e in 2024, 1.09 billion kg CO2e in 2023, and 1.19 billion kg CO2e in 2022.
METRO AG has committed to several climate targets validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). For near-term targets, METRO AG aims to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 42.0% by FY2030 from a FY2020 base year. Additionally, the company commits to reducing absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 25.0% by FY2030 from a FY2022 base year, and absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions from the use of sold products covering sold fossil fuels by 42.0% within the same timeframe.
For long-term targets, METRO AG commits to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by FY2050. This includes reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 90.0% by FY2050 from a FY2020 base year, and absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 90.0% by FY2050 from a FY2022 base year. The company also commits to a 72.0% reduction in absolute Scope 3 FLAG GHG emissions by FY2050 from a FY2022 base year.
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METRO AG’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
7 goals2050
90% reduction in Scope 2
Metro AG commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 90.0% by FY2050 from a FY2020 base year.
On track90%
2030
42% reduction in Scope 2
Metro AG commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 42.0% by FY2030 from a FY2020 base year.
On track42%
2050
90% reduction in Scope 1
Metro AG commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 90.0% by FY2050 from a FY2020 base year.
Behind target90%
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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