Petco Sustainability Profile
Petco Health and Wellness Company, Inc., commonly known as Petco, is a leading player in the pet retail industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1965, Petco has evolved from a small pet supply store to a prominent retailer with a significant presence across the nation, offering a wide range of products and services for pet owners. Specialising in pet food, supplies, and health services, Petco distinguishes itself through its commitment to animal welfare and sustainability. The company provides unique offerings such as pet grooming, training, and veterinary services, ensuring a holistic approach to pet care. With a strong market position, Petco has garnered recognition for its innovative initiatives, including the introduction of its own line of premium pet foods. As a trusted resource for pet lovers, Petco continues to enhance the lives of pets and their owners across the United States.
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Petco's score of 33 is higher than 61% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Petco's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Petco reported total carbon emissions of approximately 145,652,000 kg CO2e, comprising 128,220,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 17,432,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This data reflects a significant focus on transparency in their environmental impact, although no Scope 3 emissions data was disclosed for this year. In 2022, Petco's emissions were approximately 143,662,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 17,981,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 125,681,000 kg CO2e. Additionally, Scope 3 emissions were reported at approximately 493,814,000 kg CO2e, indicating a substantial upstream impact primarily from purchased goods and services. Petco has not set specific reduction targets under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other formal climate pledges, and there are no documented reduction initiatives currently in place. The company’s emissions data is sourced directly from Petco Health and Wellness Company, Inc., with no cascading data from a parent organisation. Overall, Petco's commitment to addressing climate change is evident through their emissions reporting, although further initiatives and targets would enhance their sustainability profile.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 18,254,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 144,530,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | - |
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Petco's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Petco's Scope 3 emissions, which increased significantly last year and increased significantly since 2021, 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 "Employee Commuting" being the largest emissions source at 97% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Petco'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.
Petco has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
