- Falling short of goals in several areas, including reducing emissions from refrigerant leaks and food waste reduction.
- Low staff survey completion rates (30% in 2023).
- Low percentage of Partner Brand products sourced regionally (81% in 2023).
- Low percentage of stores with Energy Star certification (21% in 2023).
- High operational waste footprint (66% landfill diversion in 2023).
- High food waste (4.59% of total waste in 2023).
New Seasons Market
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, New Seasons Market disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 9.5K MT CO2e. Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
9.5K MT CO2e
2023
Waste
4.59% of sales
2023
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Achieved $864,500 in charitable donations to food equity and access programs.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- 15% of staff using Lend A Hand hours in 2024
- $907,725 in charitable donations in 2024 (5% over 2023)
- 25% of staff identifying as people of the Global Majority or BIPOC in 2024
- Maintain 80%+ of Partner Brand products sourced regionally in 2024
- 25% of New Seasons Partner Brand sales from certified organic or regenerative products in 2024
📅 Medium-term
- 45% reduction in GHG emissions (scopes 1 and 2) by 2026
- Reduce food waste 50% by 2030
🔭 Long-term
- Net zero operational GHG emissions (scope 1 and 2) by 2030
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Community EngagementFood Equity and AccessStaff EngagementStaff DiversityRegional Food EconomyGreenhouse Gas EmissionsStore EfficiencyLandfill DiversionWaste Reduction