Sainsbury's
Sainsbury's, officially known as J Sainsbury plc, is a leading British supermarket chain headquartered in London, GB. Founded in 1869, it has grown to become one of the largest retailers in the UK, with a strong presence in grocery and general merchandise sectors. Sainsbury's operates over 1,400 stores across the country, including supermarkets, convenience stores, and online platforms. The company is renowned for its commitment to quality, offering a diverse range of products from fresh produce to household goods. Sainsbury's unique selling proposition lies in its focus on sustainability and ethical sourcing, which resonates with environmentally conscious consumers. As a key player in the UK retail market, Sainsbury's has achieved notable milestones, including the introduction of its own-brand products and a robust online shopping experience, solidifying its position as a trusted choice for millions of shoppers.
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Sainsbury's's score of 18 is lower than 54% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Sainsbury's's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Sainsbury's reported a total of approximately 461,692,000 kg CO2e in Scope 1 and 2 emissions. This marks a significant reduction from 2022, where emissions were about 746,681,000 kg CO2e, and a further decrease from 2019, which recorded emissions of approximately 949,744,000 kg CO2e. Sainsbury's has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, achieving a reduction of about 38% in emissions from 2019 to 2023. However, there are currently no disclosed targets related to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or specific reduction initiatives outlined in their climate commitments. The company continues to focus on sustainability and aims to further enhance its climate strategies in the coming years.
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Sainsbury's is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
