Spar
Spar, officially known as Spar International, is a prominent player in the global retail industry, headquartered in the Netherlands. Founded in 1932, Spar has established a significant presence across various regions, including Europe, Asia, and Africa, with a focus on convenience and supermarket formats. The company is renowned for its unique approach to localised retailing, offering a diverse range of products from fresh produce to everyday essentials. Spar's commitment to quality and community engagement has positioned it as a trusted brand among consumers. With over 13,000 stores worldwide, Spar has achieved notable milestones, including its expansion into emerging markets and the introduction of innovative retail solutions. This strategic growth has solidified Spar's market position as a leader in the grocery sector, continually adapting to meet the evolving needs of shoppers.
DitchCarbon Score
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Spar's score of 23 is lower than 67% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Spar's reported carbon emissions
In 2020, SPAR reported significant carbon emissions in South Africa, with Scope 1 emissions totalling approximately 41,424,000 kg CO2e and combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions reaching about 80,478,000 kg CO2e. This marked a slight increase from 2019, where Scope 1 emissions were around 38,175,000 kg CO2e and total Scope 1 and 2 emissions were about 82,896,000 kg CO2e. SPAR has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, nor have they set specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Their climate commitments appear to be limited, with no documented reduction targets or climate pledges available. The emissions data is sourced directly from SPAR International B.V., with no cascaded data from a parent or related organization. As SPAR continues to operate, it will be essential for them to establish clear climate commitments and reduction strategies to align with industry standards and expectations.
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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.
Spar 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.
