Mercadona
Mercadona, officially known as Mercadona S.A., is a leading Spanish supermarket chain headquartered in Valencia, Spain. Established in 1977, the company has grown to dominate the retail grocery sector, primarily operating across Spain with over 1,600 stores. Mercadona is renowned for its commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, offering a wide range of products, including fresh produce, meat, and household goods, often under its own private label brands. The company has achieved significant milestones, such as being the largest supermarket chain in Spain by market share, reflecting its strong position in the industry. Mercadona's unique approach to supply chain management and customer-centric services has set it apart from competitors, making it a preferred choice for millions of shoppers. With a focus on innovation and sustainability, Mercadona continues to lead the way in the Spanish retail landscape.
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Mercadona's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Mercadona reported total carbon emissions of approximately 894,481,000 kg CO2e, a decrease from about 950,972,000 kg CO2e in 2023. This reflects a significant reduction in emissions over the year. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 36% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, based on a 2015 baseline. This target is part of their ongoing climate transition plan. Mercadona's emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, Mercadona S.A., which is responsible for the overall corporate climate strategy. The company is also committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, as indicated by their long-term targets under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The emissions breakdown for 2022 shows that total emissions were about 753,062,000 kg CO2e, with all emissions classified under Scope 1 and Scope 2. The company has not disclosed specific Scope 3 emissions data, which typically includes indirect emissions from the supply chain. Mercadona's commitment to sustainability is further demonstrated through various initiatives aimed at reducing their carbon footprint, including improvements in energy efficiency and transportation logistics. As they continue to develop their climate strategies, these efforts will be crucial in meeting their reduction targets and contributing to global climate goals.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
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| Scope 1 | 520,182,000 | - | - |
| Scope 2 | 310,300,000 | - | - |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - |
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