Asda Sustainability Profile
Asda Stores Ltd, commonly known as Asda, is a leading British supermarket chain headquartered in Leeds, GB. Founded in 1949, Asda has grown to become a prominent player in the retail industry, primarily operating in the grocery sector. The company is renowned for its commitment to providing quality products at competitive prices, making it a favourite among UK consumers. Asda offers a diverse range of products, including fresh produce, clothing, and household goods, with a focus on value and customer satisfaction. Notable achievements include its innovative approach to online shopping and a strong presence in the discount retail market. With a significant market share, Asda continues to be a key competitor in the UK grocery landscape, consistently adapting to meet the evolving needs of its customers.
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Asda's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Asda reported total carbon emissions of approximately 26,201,508,000 kg CO2e, with the majority, about 25,639,199,000 kg CO2e, classified under Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 1 and 2 emissions combined accounted for about 562,309,000 kg CO2e. This marks a slight decrease from 2022, where total emissions were approximately 28,295,682,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 3 emissions at about 27,720,786,000 kg CO2e and Scope 1 and 2 emissions at around 574,899,000 kg CO2e. Asda has committed to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, as part of its long-term climate strategy. This commitment aligns with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which Asda joined, indicating a serious approach to reducing its carbon footprint. The company is also a member of the BA1.5 initiative, demonstrating its commitment to limiting global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius. Overall, Asda's emissions data reflects its ongoing efforts to address climate change, with significant reliance on Scope 3 emissions, which typically encompass the majority of a retailer's carbon footprint. The company continues to work towards its ambitious climate goals while navigating the complexities of emissions reduction in the retail sector.
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| 2015 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 2 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Asda'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.
Asda 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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