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7-Eleven Sustainability Profile

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7-Eleven, officially known as 7-Eleven, Inc., is a leading convenience store chain headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1927, the company has grown to become a prominent player in the retail industry, with a significant presence across North America, Asia, and beyond. Specialising in convenience retailing, 7-Eleven offers a diverse range of products, including snacks, beverages, and ready-to-eat meals, setting itself apart with its 24/7 service model and innovative offerings like the Slurpee and Big Gulp. Over the years, 7-Eleven has achieved notable milestones, including the introduction of its loyalty programme and expansion into digital services. With thousands of locations worldwide, 7-Eleven maintains a strong market position, consistently ranking among the top convenience store brands, thanks to its commitment to customer convenience and product variety.

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54

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.

9

Industry Benchmark

7-Eleven's score of 54 is higher than 79% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

79%

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7-Eleven's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Seven & i Holdings Co., Ltd.

As of the latest available data, 7-Eleven does not report specific carbon emissions figures, as there is no emissions data provided. However, the company is a current subsidiary of Seven & I Holdings Co., Ltd., which may influence its climate commitments and initiatives. 7-Eleven's climate strategy is informed by its parent company, Seven & I Holdings Co., Ltd., which has set various sustainability targets. These include commitments to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), and the RE100 initiative, all of which aim to enhance transparency and accountability in carbon emissions reduction. While specific reduction targets for 7-Eleven are not detailed, the overarching goals from Seven & I Holdings Co., Ltd. suggest a commitment to reducing emissions across its operations. This includes efforts to address Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions, although specific figures or targets for 7-Eleven have not been disclosed. In summary, while 7-Eleven currently lacks specific emissions data and reduction targets, it is aligned with the sustainability initiatives of its parent company, Seven & I Holdings Co., Ltd., which is actively working towards significant climate commitments.

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20142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Scope 1
113,422,000
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000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
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Scope 2
3,488,296,000
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
0,000,000,000
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Scope 3
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
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-
00,000,000,000
000,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is 7-Eleven's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. 7-Eleven's primary industry is Sugar Processing, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is 7-Eleven's Location?

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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. This request for 7-Eleven is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

7-Eleven's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

7-Eleven's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 952% last year and increased by approximately 952% since 2023, 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 "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 68% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Use of Sold Products
68%
Purchased Goods and Services
26%
Franchises
4%
Capital Goods
<1%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
<1%
Downstream Leased Assets
<1%

7-Eleven's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

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.

7-Eleven 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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