Unieuro S.p.A., a leading player in the Italian electronics and appliance retail sector, is headquartered in Forlì, Italy. Founded in 1937, the company has evolved significantly, establishing a strong presence across major operational regions in Italy and expanding its footprint in the consumer electronics market. Unieuro is renowned for its extensive range of products, including home appliances, computing devices, and personal electronics, distinguished by competitive pricing and exceptional customer service. With a commitment to innovation and quality, Unieuro has achieved notable milestones, such as becoming one of the largest electronics retailers in Italy. The company’s strategic focus on e-commerce and omnichannel retailing has solidified its market position, making it a preferred choice for consumers seeking reliable technology solutions.
How does Unieuro'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.
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In 2024, Unieuro reported total carbon emissions of approximately 12,443 kg CO2e, comprising 2,443 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 10,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based). The previous year, 2023, saw emissions of about 17,793 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 1,689 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions (location-based) at approximately 17,104 kg CO2e. Notably, Scope 3 emissions were significant in 2023, totalling around 7,000,000 kg CO2e, driven primarily by the use of sold products and purchased goods and services. Unieuro has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments, and there are no emissions data cascaded from a parent company. The company has disclosed emissions data for Scopes 1, 2, and 3, demonstrating transparency in its reporting practices. As of now, Unieuro's climate strategy appears to be in the early stages, with no formal commitments to reduction targets or industry-standard initiatives like SBTi.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 309,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000 | 0,000 |
| Scope 2 | 31,479,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 00,000 |
| Scope 3 | 811,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - |
Unieuro's Scope 3 emissions, which increased significantly last year and increased significantly since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 77% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Unieuro 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.
