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Sprouts Farmers Market

Sprouts Farmers Market, often referred to simply as Sprouts, is a leading grocery retailer headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona. Established in 2004, the company has rapidly expanded its footprint across the United States, particularly in the Southwest, Southeast, and California regions. Specialising in natural and organic foods, Sprouts offers a diverse range of products, including fresh produce, bulk foods, vitamins, and supplements, all aimed at promoting a healthy lifestyle. What sets Sprouts apart is its commitment to providing high-quality, affordable options that cater to health-conscious consumers. The company has achieved notable milestones, such as its initial public offering in 2013, solidifying its position in the competitive grocery industry. With a focus on sustainability and community engagement, Sprouts Farmers Market continues to thrive as a trusted destination for wholesome food choices.

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26

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

Sprouts Farmers Market's score of 26 is higher than 72% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Sprouts Farmers Market's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Sprouts Farmers Market reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2.72 million tonnes CO2e. This figure includes 139,735 tonnes CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which primarily arise from direct operations, and 127,131 tonnes CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, related to purchased electricity. The company also recorded significant Scope 3 emissions, totalling about 2.91 million tonnes CO2e, which encompass indirect emissions from sources such as employee commuting and purchased goods and services. Over the years, Sprouts has seen fluctuations in its emissions. For instance, in 2022, total emissions were around 1.78 million tonnes CO2e, with Scope 1 and 2 emissions combined at approximately 232,000 tonnes CO2e. This indicates a notable increase in emissions from 2022 to 2023. While specific reduction targets have not been publicly detailed, Sprouts Farmers Market is actively engaged in climate initiatives, as evidenced by their participation in the CDP (formerly Carbon Disclosure Project). However, their CDP scores indicate that they have not yet been scored or assessed for specific reduction targets. Overall, Sprouts Farmers Market is committed to addressing its carbon footprint, focusing on both direct and indirect emissions, while continuing to explore strategies for sustainability and climate responsibility.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Sprouts Farmers Market'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. Sprouts Farmers Market is headquartered in US, which has a rank of medium, indicating medium grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Sprouts Farmers Market 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.

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

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