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Sonae

Sonae, officially known as Sonae SGPS, S.A., is a prominent multinational company headquartered in Maia, Portugal. Established in 1959, Sonae has evolved into a leading player in the retail and distribution industry, with significant operations across Europe, particularly in Portugal and Spain. The company operates in various sectors, including food retail, shopping centres, technology, and financial services. Sonae is renowned for its diverse portfolio, which includes well-known brands such as Continente, Worten, and Sonae Sierra. These offerings are distinguished by their commitment to innovation and sustainability, catering to a wide range of consumer needs. With a strong market position, Sonae has achieved notable milestones, including the expansion of its retail footprint and the development of cutting-edge shopping experiences, solidifying its reputation as a forward-thinking leader in the industry.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Sonae'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.

44

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.

23

Industry Benchmark

Sonae's score of 44 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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Sonae's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Sonae reported total carbon emissions of approximately 6.1 million tonnes CO2e, with 65,556 tonnes from Scope 1, 86,121 tonnes from Scope 2, and a significant 5.9 million tonnes from Scope 3 emissions. This marks a commitment to reducing their carbon footprint, particularly in light of their targets set through the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Sonae aims to achieve a 51% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2032, using 2022 as the baseline year. Additionally, they are targeting a 31% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services within the same timeframe. These ambitious goals align with global efforts to limit temperature rise to 1.5°C, demonstrating Sonae's commitment to sustainability and climate action. The company has shown a proactive approach in addressing its carbon emissions, with a focus on both operational and supply chain impacts, reflecting a comprehensive strategy to mitigate climate change.

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Scope 1
33,900,000
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Scope 2
158,308,000
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Scope 3
3,974,000
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0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Sonae'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. Sonae is headquartered in PT, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

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.

Sonae 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.

SBTi
CDP
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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