Ocado Retail Limited
Ocado Retail Limited, headquartered in Great Britain, is a leading online grocery retailer that has revolutionised the way consumers shop for food and household essentials. Founded in 2000, Ocado has established itself as a pioneer in the e-commerce grocery sector, leveraging advanced technology and innovative logistics solutions to deliver a seamless shopping experience. Specialising in online grocery delivery, Ocado offers a wide range of products, including fresh produce, pantry staples, and household items, all sourced from trusted suppliers. Its unique automated fulfilment centres and sophisticated delivery network set it apart from traditional retailers. With a strong market position, Ocado has achieved significant milestones, including partnerships with major supermarket chains and a commitment to sustainability, making it a key player in the UK grocery industry.
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Ocado Retail Limited's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Ocado Retail Limited reported total carbon emissions of approximately 378,780 kg CO2e, comprising 126,870 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 251,910 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by FY2040. To achieve this, Ocado has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 42% by FY2030 from a FY2021 baseline. Additionally, they plan to reduce absolute Scope 3 emissions by the same percentage within the same timeframe. The company is also committed to sourcing 100% renewable electricity annually through FY2030 and has set a target to eliminate deforestation linked to its primary commodities by FY2025. Long-term, Ocado aims for a significant reduction of 90% in absolute emissions across all scopes (1, 2, and 3) by FY2040, with specific targets for Scope 3 emissions related to FLAG (Forestry, Agriculture, and Other Land Use) set at a 72% reduction by the same year. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect a commitment to sustainable practices within the food and staples retailing sector. The emissions data and targets are cascaded from Ocado Retail Limited, with no additional data inherited from parent organizations.
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| 2021 | 2024 | |
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| Scope 1 | - | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 146,065,200 | - |
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