Albertsons Companies, Inc., commonly known as Albertsons, is a prominent player in the US grocery industry, headquartered in Boise, Idaho. Founded in 1939, the company has grown to operate over 2,200 stores across various regions, including the West, Midwest, and South, making it one of the largest food retailers in the nation. Specialising in a wide range of products, Albertsons offers fresh produce, bakery items, meat, and pharmacy services, distinguished by its commitment to quality and customer service. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the acquisition of Safeway in 2015, which bolstered its market position. With a focus on sustainability and community engagement, Albertsons continues to innovate, ensuring it meets the evolving needs of its customers while maintaining a strong presence in the competitive grocery landscape.
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Albertsons's score of 9 is lower than 67% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2022, Albertsons reported total carbon emissions of approximately 686,600 kg CO2e, comprising 404,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and 282,600 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This data reflects a significant reduction from 2021, when Scope 1 emissions alone were reported at 533,000,000 kg CO2e. Despite these reductions, Albertsons has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data. The company has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. Albertsons is committed to enhancing its sustainability practices, although specific climate commitments or future targets have not been detailed in the available information. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that these figures are solely representative of Albertsons's own operations.
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| 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 533,000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - |
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Albertsons is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
