J Sainsbury
J Sainsbury plc, commonly known as Sainsbury's, is a leading British supermarket chain headquartered in London, GB. Founded in 1869, Sainsbury's has grown to become one of the largest retailers in the UK, with a strong presence in grocery, clothing, and home goods. The company operates over 1,400 stores across the country, including supermarkets and convenience shops, catering to a diverse customer base. Sainsbury's is renowned for its commitment to quality, offering a wide range of products from fresh produce to premium own-brand items. The retailer has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of online shopping and a focus on sustainability initiatives. With a strong market position, Sainsbury's continues to innovate, making it a trusted choice for consumers seeking value and quality in their shopping experience.
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J Sainsbury's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, J Sainsbury plc reported total carbon emissions of approximately 458,972,650 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 247,142,540 kg CO2e for Scope 2, resulting in a combined total of about 706,115,190 kg CO2e (location-based). For the UK specifically, the emissions were approximately 403,057,230 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 233,869,420 kg CO2e for Scope 2, leading to a total of around 636,926,650 kg CO2e. Sainsbury's has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 68% by 2030, with a base year of 2018. Additionally, the company targets a 50.4% reduction in Scope 3 emissions associated with energy, industry, and transport by the same year. The ultimate goal is to achieve net-zero emissions in its own operations by 2035 and across its entire value chain by 2050. These targets are validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and include a commitment to eliminate deforestation linked to its primary commodities by 2025. Sainsbury's long-term strategy includes a 100% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2035 and a 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2050, all from a 2018 baseline. Overall, Sainsbury's climate strategy reflects a robust approach to sustainability, aligning with global efforts to combat climate change.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | 000,000,000 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 634,960,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - |
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