Jeronimo Martins
Jeronimo Martins, officially known as Jeronimo Martins SGPS, S.A., is a prominent player in the retail and distribution industry, headquartered in Portugal (PT). Founded in 1792, the company has evolved significantly, establishing a strong presence in key operational regions, including Poland, Colombia, and Portugal. Specialising in food retail, Jeronimo Martins operates well-known supermarket chains such as Pingo Doce and Biedronka, offering a diverse range of products that prioritise quality and affordability. The company is recognised for its commitment to sustainability and innovation, setting it apart in a competitive market. With a robust market position, Jeronimo Martins has achieved notable milestones, including consistent growth in sales and expansion into new territories, solidifying its reputation as a leader in the European retail sector.
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Jeronimo Martins's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Jeronimo Martins reported significant carbon emissions, with Scope 3 emissions totalling approximately 6,279,674,000 kg CO2e in Portugal. Globally, the company disclosed a total of 32,763,786,000 kg CO2e in Scope 3 emissions, alongside 203,619,000 kg CO2e in Scope 1 and 578,991,000 kg CO2e in Scope 2 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050. Near-term targets include a 55% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2033 from a 2021 baseline, and a 33% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services and use of sold products by the same year. Additionally, Jeronimo Martins has committed to no deforestation across its primary deforestation-linked commodities by December 31, 2025. Notably, the company has exceeded its goal to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by at least 40% per 1,000 euros in sales by the end of 2023, achieving a 60% reduction instead. Furthermore, its subsidiary, Pingo Doce, achieved a 55% reduction in carbon emissions in its operations compared to 2018, earning a four-star Lean & Green rating. These targets and achievements are part of a broader strategy aligned with the Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi), which has approved Jeronimo Martins's near and long-term targets to reach carbon neutrality by 2050. The data reported is cascaded from the parent company, Jerónimo Martins, SGPS, S.A.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 172,587,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 710,053,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 30,435,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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