Sainsbury's, officially known as J Sainsbury plc, is a leading player in the retail trade services sector, headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1869, the company has evolved significantly, establishing itself as one of the largest supermarket chains in the UK, with a strong presence across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
Specialising in grocery retail, Sainsbury's offers a diverse range of products, including fresh food, household goods, and clothing through its Sainsbury's and Argos brands. The company is renowned for its commitment to quality and sustainability, setting it apart in a competitive market. With a focus on customer satisfaction and innovation, Sainsbury's has achieved notable milestones, including the introduction of online shopping and a robust loyalty programme. Today, it stands as a trusted name in retail, consistently striving to enhance the shopping experience for millions of customers.
+30 vs industry average
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Industry Intensity
Retail Trade Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Retail Trade Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 42% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Sainsbury's's reported carbon emissions
Sainsbury's reported approximately 458,972,650 kg CO2e for Scope 1 emissions in 2024. For the same year, Scope 2 emissions were approximately 247,142,540 kg CO2e (location-based).
While no specific absolute total emissions figure (Scope 1+2+3) is provided in the data, Sainsbury's has a stated commitment to reducing its environmental impact. Their climate initiatives are cascaded from the ultimate parent company, J Sainsbury plc. The provided data does not contain specific reduction targets or achievements for Sainsbury's itself. However, it indicates that J Sainsbury plc is involved in initiatives such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), CDP, and The Climate Pledge.
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Sainsbury's’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Inherited from J Sainsbury plc
Carbon Disclosure Project
Inherited from J Sainsbury plc
The Climate Pledge
Inherited from J Sainsbury plc
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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