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Sendas Distribuidora S.A.

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.

DitchCarbon Score

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.

30

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.

27

Industry Benchmark

Sendas Distribuidora S.A.'s score of 30 is higher than 81% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Sendas Distribuidora S.A.'s reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Sendas Distribuidora S.A. reported a greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions intensity of approximately 1.4 kg CO2e per BRL of revenue, reflecting their operational impact. This figure is part of their Scope 1 and 2 emissions, although specific absolute emissions data for the year is not disclosed. In 2022, the GHG emissions intensity was about 1.9 kg CO2e per BRL, and in 2021, it was approximately 2.8 kg CO2e per BRL, indicating a trend towards reduced emissions intensity over the years. Despite these figures, Sendas Distribuidora S.A. has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or commitments under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The absence of detailed emissions data and reduction initiatives suggests that while the company is monitoring its emissions intensity, it may not yet have established formalised climate commitments or reduction strategies. Overall, Sendas Distribuidora S.A. is in the early stages of addressing its carbon footprint, with a focus on improving emissions intensity metrics as part of its operational strategy.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Sendas Distribuidora S.A.'s primary industry is Retail trade services, except of motor vehicles and motorcycles; repair services of personal and household goods (52), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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 Sendas Distribuidora S.A. is in BR, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Sendas Distribuidora S.A. is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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