X5 Retail Group, commonly referred to as X5, is a leading player in the Russian retail industry, headquartered in Moscow, Russia. Founded in 1999, the company has established itself as a major force in the grocery sector, operating a diverse portfolio of store formats, including hypermarkets, supermarkets, and convenience stores. With a strong presence across key regions in Russia, X5 is renowned for its innovative approach to retail, offering a wide range of products that cater to the evolving needs of consumers. The company’s commitment to quality and customer service has earned it a prominent market position, making it one of the largest food retailers in the country. Notable achievements include significant advancements in supply chain efficiency and a robust digital transformation strategy, positioning X5 as a forward-thinking leader in the retail landscape.
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In 2023, X5 Retail Group, headquartered in Russia, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 35,990,955,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 1,471,703,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 2,056,815,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 32,462,437,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown reveals major contributions from purchased goods and services (about 24,904,189,000 kg CO2e) and end-of-life treatment of sold products (approximately 5,009,361,000 kg CO2e). X5 has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 30% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions intensity per square metre of retail space by 2030, with targets applicable to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, the company is focused on enhancing energy efficiency and transitioning to climate-friendly refrigerants, with specific reduction initiatives planned for the near term (2023-2025) targeting both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. The company is committed to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and has reported its near-term targets as "Committed." However, it has not yet established a net-zero target. X5's emissions data is sourced directly from X5 Retail Group N.V., with no cascaded data from parent or related organizations.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,874,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 2,023,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
X5's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 0% last year and increased by approximately 13% since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" 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.
X5 has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.


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