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Walmart

Walmart Inc., commonly known as Walmart, is a leading multinational retail corporation headquartered in Bentonville, Arkansas, USA. Founded in 1962 by Sam Walton, Walmart has grown to become a dominant player in the retail industry, operating thousands of stores across the United States and internationally. The company primarily focuses on discount department stores, grocery stores, and warehouse clubs, offering a wide range of products from groceries to electronics. Walmart's unique value proposition lies in its commitment to everyday low prices and a vast selection of goods, making it a go-to destination for millions of shoppers. With significant achievements such as being the largest retailer in the world by revenue, Walmart continues to innovate in e-commerce and sustainability, solidifying its market position as a leader in the retail sector.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Walmart'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.

37

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

Walmart's score of 37 is higher than 93% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

93%

Walmart's reported carbon emissions

As of 2022, Walmart's total greenhouse gas emissions amounted to approximately 258,332,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 7,321,837,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 9,475,000,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions, including purchased goods and services at around 186,606,000,000 kg CO2e. Walmart has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for zero emissions across its global operations by 2040. The company plans to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 35% by 2025 and by 65% by 2030, using 2015 as the baseline year. Additionally, Walmart is committed to reducing Scope 3 emissions by one billion tonnes by 2030 from the same base year. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to support the global effort to limit warming to 1.5°C. Walmart's ongoing efforts reflect a strong commitment to sustainability and climate action, positioning the company as a leader in the retail sector's transition towards a low-carbon economy.

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201420152016201720182019202020212022
Scope 1
6,760,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
Scope 2
15,120,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
Scope 3
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-
-
-
-
-
-
000,000,000,000
000,000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Walmart'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.

Location emissions intensity

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Very high
The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Walmart 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.

Walmart is committed to some 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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