Midcounties Co Operative
Midcounties Co-operative, officially known as The Midcounties Co-operative Society, is a prominent consumer co-operative based in Great Britain. Established in 2006 through the merger of several local societies, it has since become one of the largest co-operatives in the UK, with its headquarters located in Warwickshire. Operating primarily in the retail, travel, and utilities sectors, Midcounties Co-operative offers a diverse range of products and services, including food retail, pharmacy, and energy supply. Its commitment to ethical sourcing and community engagement sets it apart in the marketplace. With a strong focus on member benefits and sustainability, Midcounties Co-operative has achieved notable recognition, positioning itself as a leader in the co-operative movement and a trusted choice for consumers seeking quality and value.
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Midcounties Co Operative's score of 57 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Midcounties Co Operative's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Midcounties Co-operative reported total carbon emissions of approximately 17,219,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 10,163,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 6,902,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. This reflects a reduction in Scope 1 emissions from about 19,629,000 kg CO2e in 2022 and a decrease in Scope 2 emissions from approximately 11,000,000 kg CO2e in the same year. The organisation has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030, using 2019 as the base year. Additionally, they plan to cut Scope 3 emissions, which include purchased goods and services, upstream transportation and distribution, waste generated in operations, and end-of-life treatment of sold products, by 27.5% within the same timeframe. Notably, they also target a 46.2% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products. Midcounties Co-operative is committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, aligning their targets with the science-based criteria necessary to limit global warming to 1.5°C. These commitments underscore their dedication to sustainability and reducing their overall carbon footprint in the retail sector.
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Add to project| 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 19,629,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 11,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 7,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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