Sendas Distribuidora S.A., commonly known as Assaí, is a leading player in the Brazilian wholesale and retail sector, headquartered in São Paulo, Brazil. Founded in 1974, the company has established a strong presence across various regions, primarily focusing on the distribution of food and non-food products through its extensive network of cash-and-carry stores. With a commitment to providing quality products at competitive prices, Sendas Distribuidora S.A. offers a diverse range of items, including groceries, household goods, and personal care products. The company's unique business model emphasises efficiency and customer satisfaction, positioning it as a preferred choice for both individual consumers and businesses alike. Notably, Assaí has achieved significant growth milestones, solidifying its status as one of Brazil's top wholesale distributors in the industry.
How does Sendas Distribuidora S.A.'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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Sendas Distribuidora S.A.'s score of 49 is higher than 69% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Sendas Distribuidora S.A. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 526,634,410 kg CO2e. This figure includes 75,896,440 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 26,008,400 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 450,729,570 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its gross emissions by 38% in both Scope 1 and Scope 2 by the year 2030, using 2015 as the baseline year. This commitment reflects Sendas' proactive approach to addressing climate change and aligns with industry standards for emissions reduction. In previous years, Sendas reported emissions of approximately 85,336,990 kg CO2e in Scope 1 and 28,203,000 kg CO2e in Scope 2 for 2022, alongside 399,141,810 kg CO2e in Scope 3. In 2021, the figures were 87,414,510 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 42,125,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 69,237,820 kg CO2e for Scope 3. Sendas Distribuidora S.A. is committed to transparency in its emissions reporting and reduction initiatives, demonstrating a clear pathway towards sustainability in the retail sector.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 87,414,510 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 42,125,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 69,237,820 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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.
Sendas Distribuidora S.A. 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.
