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Retail Trade Services
DK
updated 19 days ago

Salling Sustainability Profile

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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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87

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.

31

Industry Benchmark

Salling's score of 87 is higher than 92% 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 emissions distributed across various scopes: 39,140,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 299,656,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and a significant 6,026,381,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). This represents a decrease from 2023, where total emissions were about 6,584,999,000 kg CO2e. Salling Group has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50% by 2030 from a 2021 baseline, and to achieve a 95% reduction by 2050. Additionally, they target a 42% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products within the same timeframe. The company has also committed to ensuring that 75% of its suppliers by emissions will have science-based targets by 2027. Salling Group's long-term goal is to reach net-zero emissions across its entire value chain by 2050, with specific targets of reducing Scope 3 emissions by 90% by the same year. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect the company's commitment to addressing climate change effectively. The emissions data and reduction targets are cascaded from Salling Group A/S, which operates as a current subsidiary within its corporate family structure.

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2018201920202021202220232024
Scope 1
41,280,000
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00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 2
196,819,000
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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

How Carbon Intensive is Salling's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Salling's primary industry is Retail Trade Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Salling'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 Salling is in DK, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
88%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
5%
Use of Sold Products
2%
Capital Goods
2%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
1%
Employee Commuting
1%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
<1%
Downstream Leased Assets
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Business Travel
<1%

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.

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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