Unfi
United Natural Foods, Inc. (UNFI) is a leading distributor in the natural and organic food industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1976, UNFI has grown significantly, establishing a strong presence across North America, with operations spanning the US and Canada. The company specialises in providing a diverse range of products, including organic groceries, health and wellness items, and specialty foods, setting itself apart with a commitment to sustainability and quality. UNFI's extensive network and innovative supply chain solutions have positioned it as a key player in the market, serving thousands of retailers and food service operators. With notable achievements such as strategic acquisitions and a focus on expanding its product offerings, UNFI continues to lead the way in promoting healthier food choices and supporting the growth of the natural foods sector.
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Unfi's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, United Natural Foods, Inc. (UNFI) reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 23,433,917,000 kg CO2e across all scopes. This includes 344,074,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and 137,440,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (market-based). The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 50% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by the end of FY2030, using a 2020 baseline. Additionally, UNFI targets a 25% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services within the same timeframe. In 2022, UNFI's emissions were slightly higher, with Scope 1 emissions at 368,909,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions (market-based) at 194,679,000 kg CO2e, alongside Scope 3 emissions of approximately 25,109,967,000 kg CO2e. The company has also committed to achieving net zero emissions by 2030, with specific initiatives such as reducing food waste from distribution centres by 50% by 2025. UNFI's climate strategy includes a focus on energy efficiency, with a goal of reducing energy intensity in distribution centres by 30% from a 2020 baseline by 2030. The company is actively working towards these targets, demonstrating a commitment to sustainability and climate action in the food and staples retailing sector.
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| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 38,648,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 113,637,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Unfi is participating in some 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.
