Public Profile

Wegmans

Wegmans Food Markets, commonly known as Wegmans, is a prominent American supermarket chain headquartered in Rochester, New York. Founded in 1916, Wegmans has grown to operate over 100 stores across the Northeastern and Mid-Atlantic regions of the United States. Renowned for its exceptional customer service and high-quality products, Wegmans offers a diverse range of groceries, including fresh produce, prepared meals, and organic options. The company has consistently been recognised for its commitment to sustainability and community engagement, earning accolades such as being named one of the "Best Companies to Work For" by Fortune magazine. Wegmans stands out in the grocery industry not only for its extensive selection but also for its unique in-store experiences, including restaurants and cooking classes, solidifying its position as a leader in the market.

DitchCarbon Score

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13

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Sugar Processing 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.

5

Industry Benchmark

Wegmans's score of 13 is higher than 91% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Wegmans's reported carbon emissions

Wegmans, headquartered in the US, currently does not have publicly available data on its carbon emissions, as no specific emissions figures have been provided. Additionally, there are no documented reduction targets or climate pledges outlined in their sustainability initiatives. This lack of data suggests that Wegmans may still be in the early stages of formalising its climate commitments or reporting on its carbon footprint. As the retail industry increasingly prioritises sustainability, Wegmans may need to establish clear targets and strategies to address its carbon emissions and align with industry standards.

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Wegmans's primary industry is Sugar, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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. Wegmans 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.

Wegmans 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
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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