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Rewe
Corporate, Subsidiary, and Regional Managing OfficesGermany
Last verified 7 months agorewe-group.com
Rewe Group, a prominent player in the corporate, subsidiary, and regional managing offices sector, is headquartered in Germany (DE). Established in 1927, Rewe has evolved into a leading retail and wholesale company, primarily operating in the grocery and food service industries. With a strong presence across Europe, particularly in Germany, Austria, and Eastern Europe, Rewe offers a diverse range of products and services, including supermarkets, discount stores, and online shopping platforms.
Renowned for its commitment to quality and sustainability, Rewe distinguishes itself through its extensive selection of organic and locally sourced products. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the expansion of its private label offerings and a robust online shopping experience. As a market leader, Rewe continues to innovate and adapt, solidifying its position as a trusted name in the retail landscape.
55
DitchCarbon score
+34 vs industry average
Rewe’s score of 55 is higher than 77% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Very Low
Corporate, Subsidiary, and Regional Managing Offices is among the least carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
0.220
20182025
The Corporate, Subsidiary, and Regional Managing Offices industry has reduced its overall emissions by 24% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2025
Reported emissions
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Rewe's reported carbon emissions
Rewe, headquartered in DE, a corporate, subsidiary, and regional managing office, reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 1.309 billion kg CO2e in 2022. This included about 750.56 million kg CO2e from Scope 1 and approximately 178.80 million kg CO2e from Scope 2. Scope 3 emissions for 2022 were reported as approximately 379.40 million kg CO2e.
Looking back, their total emissions were about 1.375 billion kg CO2e in 2021, and around 1.358 billion kg CO2e in 2020. In 2019, total emissions were approximately 1.466 billion kg CO2e.
Rewe has set ambitious climate commitments and targets. Through its parent company, REWE-ZENTRALFINANZ eG, it has Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) approved targets. REWE-ZENTRALFINANZ eG commits to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across the value chain by 2050.
Near-term targets for REWE-ZENTRALFINANZ eG include reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 42.0% by 2030 from a 2024 base year. They also aim to reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions from purchased goods and services, capital goods, upstream transportation and distribution, and use of sold products by 25.0% within the same timeframe (2024-2030). Furthermore, REWE-ZENTRALFINANZ eG commits to reducing absolute Scope 3 FLAG GHG emissions by 30.3% by 2030 from a 2024 base year.
Long-term targets for REWE-ZENTRALFINANZ eG include reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 90.0% by 2050 from a 2024 base year, and absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 90.0% within the same timeframe. They also commit to reducing absolute Scope 3 FLAG GHG emissions by 72.0% by 2050 from a 2024 base year.
Additional reduction targets include a 60% reduction in refrigerant-related greenhouse gas emissions (Scope 1) by 2030 compared to 2019, and a 10% reduction in electricity consumption per square metre of sales area (Scope 2) by 2030 compared to 2019. Previously, Rewe achieved a 35% reduction in refrigerant-related greenhouse gas emissions per square metre (in kg CO2e/m²) in Germany and Austria between 2012 and 2022 (Scope 2). They also achieved a 43.0% reduction in specific greenhouse gas emissions per square metre (Scope 1 and 2) between 2006 and 2018.
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Rewe’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
7 goals2050
90% reduction in Scope 1
REWE-ZENTRALFINANZ eG commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 90.0% by 2050 from a 2024 base year.
Insufficient data90%
2050
90% reduction in Scope 2
REWE-ZENTRALFINANZ eG commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 90.0% by 2050 from a 2024 base year.
Insufficient data90%
2050
72% reduction in scope 3 total
REWE-ZENTRALFINANZ eG commits to reduce absolute scope 3 FLAG GHG emissions 72.0% by 2050 from a 2024 base year.**
Insufficient data72%
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Climate initiatives
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Rewe’s sustainability data and climate commitments
In 2022, Rewe reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 1.309 billion kg CO2e. This figure shows a slight decrease from previous years, with emissions around 1.375 billion kg CO2e in 2021 and about 1.358 billion kg CO2e in 2020. The company's emissions were approximately 1.466 billion kg CO2e in 2019. These figures reflect Rewe's ongoing efforts to monitor and manage its carbon footprint across its corporate, subsidiary, and regional operations.
Data year: 2022
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