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Retail Trade Services
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updated 24 days ago

Rusta Sustainability Profile

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Rusta, officially known as Rusta AB, is a prominent retail company headquartered in Sweden (SE), with a strong presence across the Nordic region. Founded in 1986, Rusta has established itself in the home improvement and household goods industry, offering a diverse range of products that include home décor, garden supplies, and DIY essentials. What sets Rusta apart is its commitment to providing high-quality items at competitive prices, making it a go-to destination for budget-conscious consumers. Over the years, Rusta has achieved significant milestones, expanding its store network and enhancing its online shopping experience. With a focus on sustainability and customer satisfaction, Rusta continues to solidify its market position as a leading retailer in the Nordic region, known for its innovative approach and extensive product selection.

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60

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Retail Trade Services 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.

28

Industry Benchmark

Rusta's score of 60 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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Rusta's reported carbon emissions

In 2025, Rusta AB (publ) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,272,387,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 119,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 4,833,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and a significant Scope 3 total of around 1,267,434,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown reveals major contributions from purchased goods and services (about 1,082,508,000 kg CO2e) and downstream transportation and distribution (approximately 80,251,000 kg CO2e). Rusta has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for climate neutrality in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, with a 100% reduction target from a 2023 baseline. Additionally, they plan to maintain these reductions from 2030 through 2045. For Scope 3 emissions, Rusta aims to reduce emissions from purchased goods, upstream transportation, and distribution by 64% per million SEK value added by 2034, and to achieve a 97% reduction in emissions from the use of sold products within the same timeframe. Rusta's overall strategy includes a commitment to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2045. This commitment aligns with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflects their dedication to sustainable practices within the retail sector.

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202320242025
Scope 1
255,000
000,000
000,000
Scope 2
3,718,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
1,101,981,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Rusta's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Rusta's primary industry is Retail trade services, except of motor vehicles and motorcycles; repair services of personal and household goods (52), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Rusta's Location?

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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 Rusta is in SE, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Rusta's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Rusta's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 9% last year and increased by approximately 15% since 2023, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 85% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2025
Purchased Goods and Services
85%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
6%
Use of Sold Products
6%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
1%
Capital Goods
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Business Travel
<1%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
<1%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
<1%

Rusta'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.

Rusta has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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

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