Ocado Retail Limited
Ocado Retail Limited, headquartered in Great Britain, is a leading online grocery retailer that has revolutionised the way consumers shop for food and household essentials. Founded in 2000, Ocado has established itself as a pioneer in the e-commerce grocery sector, leveraging advanced technology and innovative logistics solutions to deliver a seamless shopping experience. Specialising in online grocery delivery, Ocado offers a wide range of products, including fresh produce, pantry staples, and household items, all sourced from trusted suppliers. Its unique automated fulfilment centres and sophisticated delivery network set it apart from traditional retailers. With a strong market position, Ocado has achieved significant milestones, including partnerships with major supermarket chains and a commitment to sustainability, making it a key player in the UK grocery industry.
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Ocado Retail Limited's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Ocado Retail Limited reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,393,376,600 kg CO2e, with 119,550 kg CO2e attributed to Scope 1 emissions and 1,373,226,000 kg CO2e to Scope 3 emissions. Notably, there were no reported Scope 2 emissions. This data reflects a significant reliance on upstream activities, as indicated by the high Scope 3 emissions. Ocado Retail has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by FY2040. The company has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 42% by FY2030, using FY2021 as the baseline. Additionally, it plans to maintain a commitment to sourcing 100% renewable electricity through FY2030 and to reduce absolute Scope 3 emissions by 42% during the same timeframe. Long-term goals include a 90% reduction in absolute emissions across all scopes (1, 2, and 3) by FY2040, with specific targets for Scope 3 emissions related to forest, land, and agriculture (FLAG) set at a 72% reduction by the same year. Furthermore, Ocado Retail has committed to no deforestation in its primary deforestation-linked commodities by FY2025. This emissions data and climate strategy are cascaded from Ocado Retail Limited, which operates under the broader Ocado Group plc umbrella, reflecting a corporate commitment to sustainability and climate action.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 116,730 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | 1,460,652,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 |
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