- Decarbonizing the value chain is a long-term ambition requiring collaboration.
- Challenges in infrastructure readiness for electrified fleets and equipment in the U.S.
- Need to evaluate fleet electrification viability in Europe on a country-by-country basis.
- Obtaining accurate scope 3 data is a challenge.
- Resource-intensive reporting process for suppliers.
- Barriers to value chain decarbonization due to inaction by industry bodies in some regions.
- Addressing the behavior action gap (consumers wanting to buy but not actually buying low-carbon products).
- Communicating the intricacies of scope 3 initiatives through on-pack labels.
- Balancing economic constraints and environmental goals amidst market inflation.
Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize N.V.
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize N.V. disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 2.8K thousand tonnes CO2e (Scope 1 & 2 2022). By scope: Scope 1: 1.8K thousand tonnes CO2e (2022); Scope 2: 1.0K thousand tonnes CO2e (2022); Scope 3: 63.0 million tonnes CO2e (2021). 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
2.8K thousand tonnes CO2e (Scope 1 & 2 2022)
2023
Renewable Energy
73% in Europe, 26% in the U.S. (2022)
of total energy
Energy Use
7.0K GWh (2022)
2023
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | 1.8K thousand tonnes CO2e (2022) |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 1.0K thousand tonnes CO2e (2022) |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 63.0 million tonnes CO2e (2021) |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 2.8K thousand tonnes CO2e (Scope 1 & 2 2022) |
| 2016 | 4.5K thousand tonnes (CO2e) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced absolute scope 1 and 2 carbon dioxide equivalent emissions by 32% compared to the 2018 baseline.
- Reduced food waste by 33% compared to the 2016 baseline.
- Increased ratio of zero-emission electricity consumed and more efficient and environmentally friendly refrigeration systems.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- 34% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2025
- Suppliers representing 70% of footprint to commit to SBTi by 2025
- All suppliers to report on Scope 3 by 2025
📅 Medium-term
- 50% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030
- 37% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2030
🔭 Long-term
- Net-zero emissions (90% reduction and 10% removals) by 2040 (Scope 1 & 2)
- Net-zero emissions (83% reduction and 17% removals) by 2050 (Scope 3)
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate Change