Safeway Canada Holdings, Inc., a prominent player in the grocery retail sector, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across Canada. Founded in the early 20th century, the company has established itself as a leader in the supermarket industry, offering a diverse range of products and services, including fresh produce, bakery items, and household essentials. With a commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, Safeway Canada distinguishes itself through its unique loyalty programmes and community engagement initiatives. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the expansion of its store network and the introduction of innovative shopping solutions. As a trusted brand, Safeway Canada Holdings continues to maintain a strong market position, serving millions of customers while adapting to the evolving needs of the grocery landscape.
How does Safeway Canada Holdings, Inc.'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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Safeway Canada Holdings, Inc.'s score of 43 is higher than 64% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Safeway Canada Holdings, Inc. currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. The company is a current subsidiary of Albertsons Companies, Inc., which has cascading emissions data and climate commitments. As part of this corporate family, Safeway Canada is influenced by the sustainability initiatives and targets set by its parent company. Albertsons Companies, Inc. has established various climate commitments, including science-based targets for emissions reductions, although specific figures for Safeway Canada Holdings, Inc. are not disclosed. The emissions data cascaded from Albertsons Companies, Inc. reflects a broader commitment to reducing carbon footprints across its subsidiaries. Safeway Canada Holdings, Inc. does not currently report any specific reduction targets or achievements, nor does it have publicly available climate pledges. The absence of direct emissions data highlights the need for further transparency in the company's environmental impact and sustainability efforts. In summary, while Safeway Canada Holdings, Inc. inherits climate commitments from its parent company, specific emissions data and reduction initiatives for the subsidiary remain unspecified.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 3,039,002,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 2,130,132,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | - |
Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 71% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" representing nearly all of their reported Scope 3 footprint.
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.
Safeway Canada Holdings, Inc. 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.