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Retail Trade Services
US
updated 2 days ago

The GIANT Company

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The GIANT Company, a prominent player in the grocery retail industry, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia. Founded in 1923, the company has established itself as a trusted name in food and pharmacy services, with a commitment to quality and community engagement. Offering a diverse range of products, including fresh produce, organic options, and household essentials, The GIANT Company stands out for its focus on sustainability and local sourcing. With a strong market position, it has received numerous accolades for its customer service and innovative shopping experiences. As a subsidiary of Ahold Delhaize, The GIANT Company continues to evolve, ensuring it meets the needs of its customers while maintaining its legacy of excellence.

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68

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.

28

Industry Benchmark

The GIANT Company's score of 68 is higher than 82% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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The GIANT Company's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize N.V.

The GIANT Company, headquartered in the US, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures. However, it is important to note that The GIANT Company is a current subsidiary of Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize N.V., which influences its climate commitments and initiatives. As part of its corporate family, The GIANT Company adheres to the sustainability and climate strategies set forth by Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize N.V. This includes participation in various climate initiatives such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), both of which are cascaded from the parent organisation. These initiatives aim to establish science-based targets for reducing greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes. While specific reduction targets for The GIANT Company are not detailed, the overarching commitments from Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize N.V. reflect a strong dedication to sustainability and climate action. The company is actively engaged in efforts to enhance its environmental performance, aligning with industry standards and best practices. In summary, while The GIANT Company does not currently report its own emissions data, it is committed to climate initiatives and targets set by its parent company, Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize N.V., which guide its sustainability efforts.

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2018201920202021202220232024
Scope 1
2,223,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
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0,000,000,000
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Scope 2
1,941,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
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0,000,000,000
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-
Scope 3
-
-
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. The GIANT Company's primary industry is Retail trade services, except of motor vehicles and motorcycles; repair services of personal and household goods (52), which is very 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. This request for The GIANT Company is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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.

The GIANT Company 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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