PriceSmart
PriceSmart, Inc., a leading membership-based warehouse club, is headquartered in the United States and operates primarily in Central America and the Caribbean. Founded in 1996, PriceSmart has established itself as a key player in the retail industry, offering a diverse range of products including groceries, electronics, and household goods. What sets PriceSmart apart is its commitment to providing high-quality products at competitive prices, catering to both individual consumers and businesses. The company has achieved significant milestones, including expanding its footprint to numerous locations across the region, solidifying its market position as a trusted retailer. With a focus on value and customer satisfaction, PriceSmart continues to thrive in the dynamic retail landscape.
DitchCarbon Score
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
PriceSmart's score of 5 is lower than 75% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
PriceSmart's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, PriceSmart reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 74,285,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 sources, which includes about 69,999,000 kg CO2e from fugitive emissions. Additionally, the company recorded emissions of approximately 50,395,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 sources. Despite these figures, there are currently no publicly disclosed reduction targets or climate pledges from PriceSmart. The absence of specific initiatives or commitments suggests that the company may be in the early stages of developing a comprehensive climate strategy. As the retail industry increasingly prioritises sustainability, PriceSmart's future climate commitments will be crucial in aligning with global efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change.
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Add to project| 2022 | |
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| Scope 1 | 74,285,000 |
| Scope 2 | 50,395,000 |
| Scope 3 | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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PriceSmart is not committed to any reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
