Tesco Stores Limited Sustainability Profile
Tesco Stores Limited, commonly known as Tesco, is a leading British multinational grocery and general merchandise retailer headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1919, Tesco has grown to become one of the largest supermarket chains in the UK, with a significant presence in Europe and Asia. The company operates in the retail industry, focusing on food and drink, clothing, electronics, and household goods. Tesco is renowned for its commitment to quality and value, offering a diverse range of products, including its popular private label ranges. The retailer has achieved notable milestones, such as pioneering the Clubcard loyalty programme, which has transformed customer engagement. With a strong market position, Tesco continues to innovate in areas like online shopping and sustainability, solidifying its reputation as a trusted choice for millions of customers.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Tesco Stores Limited'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.
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.
Industry Benchmark
Tesco Stores Limited's score of 86 is higher than 92% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Let us know if this data was useful to you
Tesco Stores Limited, headquartered in Great Britain, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. The company is a current subsidiary of Tesco PLC, which cascades its climate commitments and emissions data down to its subsidiaries. While no absolute emissions figures are provided, Tesco PLC has set ambitious climate targets and initiatives that influence Tesco Stores Limited's commitments. These include participation in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), and the RE100 initiative, all aimed at reducing carbon emissions and promoting sustainability across its operations. As part of its climate strategy, Tesco PLC has committed to significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions, although specific targets for Tesco Stores Limited have not been detailed. The company is actively working towards enhancing its sustainability practices and reducing its carbon footprint, aligning with industry standards and expectations. In summary, while Tesco Stores Limited does not currently report specific emissions data, it is guided by the broader climate commitments and reduction initiatives of its parent company, Tesco PLC, which are designed to address climate change and promote environmental responsibility.
Unlock detailed emissions data
Access structured emissions data, company-specific emission factors, and source documents
| 2007 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,345,507,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,064,460,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | - |
How Carbon Intensive is Tesco Stores Limited's Industry?
How Carbon Intensive is Tesco Stores Limited's Location?
Tesco Stores Limited's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Tesco Stores Limited has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
