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Retail Trade Services
US
updated 2 months ago

The Vons Companies, Inc. Sustainability Profile

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The Vons Companies, Inc., commonly known as Vons, is a prominent player in the grocery retail industry, headquartered in the United States. Established in 1906, Vons has evolved significantly, becoming a key provider of quality food and grocery products across California and Nevada. Specialising in supermarket operations, Vons offers a diverse range of products, including fresh produce, bakery items, and household essentials, all distinguished by their commitment to quality and customer service. The company has achieved notable milestones, including its integration into the Albertsons Companies, which has further solidified its market position. With a focus on sustainability and community engagement, Vons continues to be a trusted choice for consumers, reflecting its dedication to innovation and excellence in the grocery sector.

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33

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.

31

Industry Benchmark

The Vons Companies, Inc.'s score of 33 is higher than 55% 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 Vons Companies, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Albertsons Companies, Inc.

The Vons Companies, Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. As a current subsidiary of Albertsons Companies, Inc., emissions data and climate commitments may be inherited from this parent organisation. The Vons Companies, Inc. is part of a broader corporate family that includes initiatives and targets set by Albertsons Companies, Inc., which operates at a cascade level of 4. However, specific reduction targets or achievements for The Vons Companies, Inc. have not been disclosed. In terms of climate commitments, there are no documented reduction initiatives or pledges available for The Vons Companies, Inc. at this time. The company may align with industry standards and practices through its relationship with Albertsons, but specific details on emissions reduction strategies or climate pledges are not provided. Overall, while The Vons Companies, Inc. is positioned within a larger corporate structure that may influence its climate strategy, concrete data and commitments specific to the company remain unspecified.

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20192020202120222023
Scope 1
3,039,002,000
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Scope 2
2,130,132,000
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0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
Scope 3
-
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0,000,000,000
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How Carbon Intensive is The Vons Companies, Inc.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. The Vons Companies, Inc.'s primary industry is Retail Trade Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is The Vons Companies, Inc.'s Location?

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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 Vons Companies, Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

The Vons Companies, Inc.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 71% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" representing nearly all of their reported Scope 3 footprint.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2022
Use of Sold Products
100%

The Vons Companies, Inc.'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.

The Vons Companies, Inc. has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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