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REWE Markt GmbH
REWE Markt GmbH, a leading player in the German retail sector, is headquartered in Cologne, Germany. Founded in 1927, the company has grown to become a prominent supermarket chain, operating primarily in Germany and Austria. REWE is renowned for its diverse range of products, including fresh produce, groceries, and household items, with a strong emphasis on quality and sustainability. The company has achieved significant milestones, such as expanding its private label offerings and enhancing its online shopping experience. REWE's commitment to local sourcing and environmentally friendly practices sets it apart in the competitive grocery market. With a robust market position, REWE continues to innovate, making it a trusted choice for consumers seeking quality and convenience in their shopping experience.
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REWE Markt GmbH, headquartered in Germany, has set ambitious climate commitments aimed at significantly reducing its greenhouse gas emissions. Although specific emissions data for the most recent year is not available, the company has established clear reduction targets. REWE Markt GmbH aims to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year. This target is part of a broader commitment to achieve net-zero emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. Additionally, the company plans to reduce its absolute Scope 3 emissions—covering purchased goods and services, capital goods, upstream transportation and distribution, and the use of sold products—by 42% within the same timeframe. Long-term goals include a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2050, alongside a 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions. Furthermore, REWE Markt GmbH has committed to reducing its Scope 3 FLAG (Forest, Land, and Agriculture) emissions by 30.3% by 2030 and 72% by 2050, with a specific target to eliminate deforestation linked to its primary commodities by December 31, 2025. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect the company's commitment to maintaining a trajectory consistent with limiting global warming to 1.5°C. The emissions reduction targets are cascaded from the parent organization, REWE-ZENTRALFINANZ eG, indicating a structured approach to sustainability across the corporate family.
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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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