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Sugar Processing
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updated 3 months ago

Publix Sustainability Profile

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Publix Super Markets, Inc., commonly known as Publix, is a prominent American supermarket chain headquartered in Lakeland, Florida. Founded in 1930, Publix has grown to become one of the largest employee-owned grocery retailers in the United States, primarily serving the Southeastern region, including Florida, Georgia, Alabama, South Carolina, Tennessee, and North Carolina. Specialising in a wide range of products, Publix is renowned for its fresh produce, quality meats, and in-store bakery offerings. The company prides itself on exceptional customer service and a commitment to community engagement, which sets it apart in the competitive grocery industry. With numerous accolades, including consistent rankings in customer satisfaction, Publix continues to solidify its market position as a leader in the supermarket sector.

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10

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Sugar Processing industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

9

Industry Benchmark

Publix's score of 10 is lower than 57% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Publix's reported carbon emissions

As of the latest available data, Publix Super Markets, Inc. does not report specific carbon emissions figures, indicating a lack of disclosed emissions data for the most recent year. Consequently, there are no defined Scope 1, 2, or 3 emissions figures available for analysis. In terms of climate commitments, Publix has not outlined any specific reduction targets or initiatives within the provided information. This absence of data suggests that the company may not currently have formalised commitments to reduce carbon emissions or participate in recognised climate initiatives such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Given the lack of specific emissions data and reduction targets, it is unclear how Publix is addressing its carbon footprint or contributing to broader climate action efforts within the retail sector. The company may need to enhance transparency regarding its environmental impact and set measurable goals to align with industry standards.

How Carbon Intensive is Publix's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Publix's primary industry is Sugar Processing, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Publix's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Publix is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Publix'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.

Publix has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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