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Wakefern Food Corp.

Wakefern Food Corp., headquartered in the United States, is a leading player in the grocery industry, primarily serving the Northeastern region. Founded in 1946, Wakefern has grown to become one of the largest retailer-owned cooperatives in the country, operating under well-known banners such as ShopRite, Price Rite Marketplace, and The Fresh Grocer. The company excels in providing a diverse range of products, including fresh produce, dairy, and grocery items, with a strong emphasis on quality and customer satisfaction. Wakefern's unique cooperative model allows its members to benefit from shared resources while maintaining local ownership, fostering community engagement. With a commitment to innovation and sustainability, Wakefern continues to solidify its market position, achieving notable milestones in both sales and customer loyalty.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Wakefern Food Corp.'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.

18

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.

21

Industry Benchmark

Wakefern Food Corp.'s score of 18 is lower than 78% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Wakefern Food Corp.'s reported carbon emissions

Wakefern Food Corp., headquartered in the US, currently does not have publicly available carbon emissions data for the most recent year, nor specific reduction targets or climate commitments outlined. Without concrete figures or initiatives, it is challenging to assess their carbon footprint or climate strategy. However, as a key player in the grocery industry, Wakefern is likely to be influenced by broader industry trends towards sustainability and emissions reduction. Companies in this sector are increasingly adopting measures to mitigate their environmental impact, which may include setting science-based targets and enhancing energy efficiency. As Wakefern moves forward, it will be essential for them to establish clear climate commitments and track their emissions to align with industry standards and consumer expectations.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Wakefern Food Corp.'s primary industry is Retail trade services, except of motor vehicles and motorcycles; repair services of personal and household goods (52), which is 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. Wakefern Food Corp. is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

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.

Wakefern Food Corp. is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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
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