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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.

DitchCarbon Score

How does REWE Markt GmbH's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

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Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Food Product Manufacturing 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.

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Industry Benchmark

REWE Markt GmbH's score of 30 is higher than 95% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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REWE Markt GmbH's reported carbon emissions

REWE Markt GmbH, headquartered in Germany, has set ambitious climate commitments to address its greenhouse gas emissions. Although specific emissions data for the most recent year is not available, the company has established significant reduction targets. REWE aims to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year. This commitment is part of a broader strategy to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. Additionally, REWE plans to cut 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. In the long term, REWE has set a target to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 90% by 2050, alongside a 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions. Furthermore, the company is committed to reducing its Scope 3 FLAG (Forest, Land, and Agriculture) emissions by 72% by 2050 and aims for no deforestation in its primary deforestation-linked commodities by December 31, 2025. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect REWE's commitment to sustainable practices in the food and staples retailing sector.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. REWE Markt GmbH's primary industry is Food products nec, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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 REWE Markt GmbH is in DE, which has a medium grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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REWE Markt GmbH is participating in some of the initiatives that 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.

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