Ica Gruppen AB, commonly known as Ica Gruppen, is a leading player in the food products industry, headquartered in Sweden (SE). Founded in 1938, the company has established a strong presence across the Nordic region, particularly in Sweden, where it operates a vast network of grocery stores and supermarkets.
Specialising in food products not elsewhere classified (nec), Ica Gruppen offers a diverse range of high-quality goods, including fresh produce, dairy, and packaged foods. Its commitment to sustainability and local sourcing sets it apart in a competitive market.
With a significant market share, Ica Gruppen has achieved notable milestones, including the introduction of innovative private label products that resonate with health-conscious consumers. The company continues to strengthen its position as a trusted brand in the food sector, focusing on customer satisfaction and community engagement.
+42 vs industry average
Ica Gruppen’s score of 59 is higher than 74% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Food Product Manufacturing is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Food Product Manufacturing industry has increased its overall emissions by 9% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Ica Gruppen's reported carbon emissions
ICA Gruppen, a food products company based in SE, reported approximately 12.2 billion kg CO2e in total emissions for 2024. This figure encompasses Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. Scope 3 emissions represent the largest portion, totalling approximately 12.19 billion kg CO2e, with purchased goods and services being the most significant category at about 11.95 billion kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were approximately 8.83 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were about 8.48 million kg CO2e.
In 2023, ICA Gruppen's total emissions were approximately 12.01 billion kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were around 12.84 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 21.18 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for 2023 amounted to roughly 11.99 billion kg CO2e.
ICA Gruppen has set ambitious climate commitments. Their long-term ambition is to reduce their climate footprint across the entire value chain, aligning with the Paris Agreement's 1.5-degree Celsius goal, with a net-zero emissions target by 2050. They also aim for their own operations to be climate neutral from 2020 and achieve net-zero climate impact no later than 2030.
Furthermore, ICA Gruppen has committed to Science Based Targets (SBTi). Their commitments include reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 42% by 2030 from a 2022 base year. They also commit to reducing absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 42% within the same timeframe. For the long term, they aim to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 90% by 2050 from a 2022 base year, and absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 90% over the same period. The company also has commitments related to deforestation-linked commodities, with a target date of December 2025 for no deforestation.
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Ica Gruppen’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
3 goals2050
Net zero GHG emissions across the entire value chain by 2050
Net zero GHG emissions across the entire value chain by 2050
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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Data year: 2024
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