Sun Art Retail Group Limited, headquartered in China, is a leading player in the retail industry, primarily focusing on hypermarkets and e-commerce. Founded in 1998, the company has established a strong presence across major operational regions in China, including key cities like Shanghai and Beijing. Specialising in grocery and general merchandise, Sun Art operates under well-known banners such as Auchan and RT-Mart, offering a unique blend of quality products and innovative shopping experiences. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the integration of advanced technology in its operations, enhancing customer engagement and convenience. Recognised for its market leadership, Sun Art Retail continues to set benchmarks in the retail sector, driven by a commitment to sustainability and customer satisfaction.
How does Sun Art Retail's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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Sun Art Retail's score of 31 is higher than 53% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Sun Art Retail reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1.92 billion kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 324 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 1.58 billion kg CO2e. Notably, the company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data. Comparatively, in 2022, Sun Art Retail's total emissions were around 2.16 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 362 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 1.78 billion kg CO2e. This indicates a reduction in total emissions of about 240 million kg CO2e from 2022 to 2023. Sun Art Retail has not set specific reduction targets through the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other formal climate pledges. The company’s emissions data is sourced directly from Sun Art Retail Group Limited, with no cascading from a parent organization. Overall, while Sun Art Retail has made strides in reducing its carbon footprint, the absence of comprehensive Scope 3 data and formal reduction commitments highlights areas for potential improvement in its climate strategy.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 171,162,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,962,634,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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.
Sun Art Retail has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.


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