Rewe
Rewe Group, commonly known as Rewe, is a leading German retail and wholesale company headquartered in Cologne, Germany. Founded in 1927, Rewe has grown to become a significant player in the European grocery market, operating primarily in Germany and Austria, with a presence in several other countries. The company is renowned for its diverse range of products, including fresh food, groceries, and household items, with a strong emphasis on sustainability and local sourcing. Rewe's unique approach to customer service and quality has positioned it as a trusted brand among consumers. With over 3,000 stores across various formats, Rewe has achieved notable milestones, including its commitment to reducing plastic waste and promoting organic products. As a key competitor in the retail sector, Rewe continues to innovate and adapt to changing consumer preferences, solidifying its market position.
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Rewe's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Rewe reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,308,758,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across Scope 1 (750,557,000 kg CO2e), Scope 2 (178,800,000 kg CO2e), and Scope 3 (379,401,000 kg CO2e). This represents a slight decrease from 2021, when total emissions were about 1,375,466,000 kg CO2e. Over the years, Rewe has made significant strides in reducing its carbon footprint, achieving a 43% reduction in specific greenhouse gas emissions per square metre of sales area from 2006 to 2018. Rewe has set ambitious reduction targets, including a commitment to reduce refrigerant-related greenhouse gas emissions per square metre by 35% between 2012 and 2022, and a 60% reduction in refrigerant-related emissions across all countries and companies of the REWE Group by 2030, compared to 2019 levels. Additionally, the company aims to decrease electricity consumption per square metre of sales area by 10% by 2030, relative to 2019. Rewe is also committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, as part of its long-term climate strategy. This commitment is aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which Rewe has officially joined. The company’s emissions data and reduction targets are sourced from REWE-ZENTRALFINANZ eG, ensuring a comprehensive approach to sustainability within the food and staples retailing sector.
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| 2006 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 760,214,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,343,056,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 270,607,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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