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Musgrave Sustainability Profile

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Musgrave Group, commonly referred to as Musgrave, is a leading wholesale and retail distribution company headquartered in Ireland (IE). Established in 1876, Musgrave has evolved into a key player in the grocery and foodservice sectors, operating primarily across Ireland, the UK, and Spain. The company is renowned for its diverse range of products, including fresh produce, grocery items, and foodservice solutions, catering to both independent retailers and foodservice operators. Musgrave's commitment to quality and sustainability sets it apart in the competitive market. With a strong focus on local sourcing and community engagement, the company has achieved significant milestones, including the development of its own brands and a robust supply chain network. As a trusted partner for thousands of businesses, Musgrave continues to strengthen its market position through innovation and customer-centric services.

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40

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Retail Trade Services 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.

31

Industry Benchmark

Musgrave's score of 40 is higher than 61% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Musgrave's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Musgrave Group, headquartered in Ireland, reported no specific carbon emissions data, indicating a lack of disclosed emissions figures for Scope 1, 2, and 3. However, the company has made significant climate commitments, including a long-term target to achieve net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, as part of its Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) commitment initiated in 2023. Historically, Musgrave's emissions data from previous years shows a total of 93,346,000 kg CO2e in 2005, with emissions primarily from Scope 1 (mobile combustion: 35,513,000 kg CO2e) and Scope 2 (purchased electricity: 49,966,000 kg CO2e). The company has not disclosed specific reduction targets or achievements in recent years, but it is a member of the Business Ambition for 1.5°C initiative, demonstrating its commitment to climate action. Musgrave's climate strategy reflects an understanding of the importance of sustainability in the food and staples retailing sector, aligning with industry standards and expectations for corporate responsibility in reducing carbon footprints.

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Scope 1
23,660,000
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Scope 2
47,635,000
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00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
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How Carbon Intensive is Musgrave's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Musgrave's primary industry is Retail Trade Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Musgrave'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 Musgrave is in IE, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Musgrave'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.

Musgrave 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.

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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