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Sodimac

Sodimac, officially known as Sodimac S.A., is a leading home improvement and construction retailer headquartered in Chile (CL). Founded in 1952, the company has established a strong presence across Latin America, particularly in Chile, Peru, and Colombia. Operating within the retail industry, Sodimac focuses on providing a wide range of products and services, including building materials, home improvement items, and gardening supplies. What sets Sodimac apart is its commitment to quality and customer service, offering unique solutions tailored to both DIY enthusiasts and professional contractors. With a robust market position, Sodimac has achieved notable milestones, including the expansion of its store formats and the introduction of innovative online shopping experiences. As a trusted name in the home improvement sector, Sodimac continues to lead the way in enhancing living spaces across the region.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Sodimac'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.

11

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.

11

Industry Benchmark

Sodimac's score of 11 is higher than 76% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Sodimac's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, Sodimac reported significant carbon emissions totalling approximately 2,554,200,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes emissions from all three scopes: Scope 1 emissions were about 11,300,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions reached approximately 11,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions accounted for a substantial 2,542,000,000 kg CO2e. Notably, the Scope 3 emissions breakdown reveals key contributors, such as the use of sold products (624,000,000 kg CO2e) and purchased goods and services (1,288,000,000 kg CO2e). Despite the extensive emissions data, there are currently no disclosed reduction targets or climate pledges from Sodimac. This absence of specific commitments highlights a potential area for improvement in their climate strategy. As a major player in the retail sector, Sodimac's emissions profile underscores the importance of implementing robust sustainability initiatives to mitigate their environmental impact.

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2022
Scope 1
11,300,000
Scope 2
11,000,000
Scope 3
2,542,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Sodimac's primary industry is Retail trade services, except of motor vehicles and motorcycles; repair services of personal and household goods (52), which is 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. Sodimac is headquartered in CL, which has a rank of medium, indicating medium grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Sodimac is committed to some 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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