Lidl
Lidl Stiftung & Co. KG, commonly known as Lidl, is a leading global discount supermarket chain headquartered in Germany. Established in 1930, Lidl has grown significantly, with a strong presence across Europe and the United States, operating over 11,000 stores in 32 countries. The company is renowned for its commitment to providing high-quality products at competitive prices, focusing on groceries, fresh produce, and household essentials. Lidl's unique approach includes a streamlined supply chain and a selection of exclusive private-label brands, which contribute to its market position as a cost-effective retailer. With a reputation for innovation and sustainability, Lidl has achieved notable milestones, including numerous awards for its product quality and customer service, solidifying its status as a trusted choice for budget-conscious shoppers.
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Lidl's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Lidl reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 11,068,833,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 15,539,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 94,100,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and 11,068,833,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). The Scope 3 emissions were significantly high, primarily driven by purchased goods and services (703,839,000 kg CO2e) and employee commuting (75,196,000 kg CO2e). Lidl has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 80% by 2030, using a 2019 baseline. This target aligns with a 1.5°C trajectory, demonstrating Lidl's commitment to significant emissions reductions in the near term. The emissions data for Lidl is cascaded from its parent company, Lidl UK GmbH, and is part of a broader corporate family relationship with Schwarz Beteiligungs-GmbH. This cascading structure ensures that Lidl's climate commitments and performance are aligned with the overarching sustainability goals of its parent organisation. Overall, Lidl's climate strategy reflects a proactive approach to addressing its carbon footprint, with a focus on substantial reductions in its operational emissions while acknowledging the challenges posed by its extensive supply chain emissions.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 32,763,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 115,796,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Lidl 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.
