Salling Sustainability Profile
Salling Group, headquartered in Denmark (DK), is a leading player in the retail industry, primarily operating in the grocery and supermarket sectors. Founded in 1906, the company has evolved significantly, establishing itself as a cornerstone of Danish commerce with a strong presence across the Nordic region. Salling Group is renowned for its diverse range of products and services, including its flagship chains, Føtex and Bilka, which offer everything from fresh produce to household goods. The company distinguishes itself through a commitment to sustainability and quality, ensuring that customers receive exceptional value. With a robust market position, Salling Group has achieved notable milestones, including the expansion of its online shopping platform and a focus on eco-friendly initiatives. This dedication to innovation and customer satisfaction solidifies its reputation as a trusted retailer in Denmark and beyond.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Salling's score of 75 is higher than 86% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Salling's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Salling Group A/S reported total carbon emissions of approximately 6,363,177,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 39,140,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 299,656,000 kg CO2e, and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled around 6,026,381,000 kg CO2e. This data reflects a slight decrease from 2023, where total emissions were about 6,584,999,000 kg CO2e. Salling Group has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50% by 2030 from a 2021 baseline. Additionally, the company targets a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions by 2050. Notably, Salling Group has committed to achieving net-zero emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. The company has also made substantial investments in decarbonisation, including approximately DKK 1.4 billion in Scope 1 initiatives and nearly DKK 1 billion in Scope 2 projects, which have collectively led to a reduction of nearly 114,000 tonnes CO2e, representing about 30% of emissions from its own operations across Scopes 1 and 2. Salling Group's targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), ensuring that their emissions reduction strategies are consistent with the global goal of limiting temperature rise to 1.5°C. The emissions data and commitments are cascaded from Salling Group A/S, reflecting their corporate family relationship.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 41,280,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 196,819,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 79,030,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Salling's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Salling's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 4% last year and increased significantly since 2018, 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 88% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Salling'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.
Salling 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.
