Rite Aid Sustainability Profile
Rite Aid Corporation, commonly known as Rite Aid, is a prominent player in the retail pharmacy industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1962, the company has established a significant presence across various regions, particularly in the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, and Pacific Northwest. Rite Aid operates over 2,400 stores, offering a wide range of products and services, including prescription medications, health and wellness products, and personal care items. Rite Aid distinguishes itself through its commitment to community health, providing unique services such as immunisations and health screenings. The company has achieved notable milestones, including its transformation into a leading pharmacy services provider. With a focus on customer care and innovative health solutions, Rite Aid continues to strengthen its market position, making it a trusted choice for millions of customers seeking comprehensive pharmacy services.
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Rite Aid's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Rite Aid reported total carbon emissions of approximately 5,030,000 kg CO2e, comprising 1,316,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 3,977,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. This marks a reduction from 2022, where emissions were about 5,020,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 1,455,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 4,574,000 kg CO2e. The company has set long-term net-zero targets for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, aiming for significant reductions by 2050. Rite Aid is actively investing in renewable energy and is on track to achieve Green Building Index (GBI) certification and Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Silver certification for its new manufacturing facility in Malaysia. These initiatives are part of their strategy to minimise environmental impact and contribute to their net-zero goals. Rite Aid's emissions data is sourced directly from the Rite Aid Corporation, with no cascaded data from parent or related organisations. The company continues to focus on sustainability as a core aspect of its operations.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,709,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 3,761,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - |
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Rite Aid'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.
Rite Aid 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.
