- Socioeconomic context characterized by moderate growth and a security crisis in Ecuador
- Political instability and the security crisis
- High cost of financial services, insufficient funds, and lack of necessary documentation hindering financial inclusion
- Food waste (939 metric tons annually in Ecuador)
- Water consumption in some stores without records
Tiendas Industriales Asociadas Tía S.A.
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Tiendas Industriales Asociadas Tía S.A. disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 804 tCO2e (avoided). 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
804 tCO2e (avoided)
2023
Renewable Energy
62.95%
of total energy
Water Usage
5.41 megaliters
2023
Waste
6.5K tons
2023
Energy Use
79.0M kWh
2023
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Inaugurated a photovoltaic power station in Calacalí, making the Distribution Center self-sufficient with renewable energy (678.8 MWh of renewable energy consumed)
- Diverted over 6,500 metric tons of waste from landfills
- Avoided emissions of over 800 tons of carbon dioxide annually due to solar power
- Reduced energy consumption by 37.05% through efficiency initiatives
- Reduced monthly light consumption by 10.34 tCO2 equivalent thanks to The Quiet Hour
- 103.16 fewer tons of plastic from upgraded logistics equipment
- 22.98 fewer tons of plastic from new meat packaging
- 22,715 repaired pallets
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Economic PerformanceTalent Management and DevelopmentQuality of Life of Our PeopleDiversity and InclusionInnovation, Technology, and Omnichannel ApproachCustomer ExperienceQuality, Safe, and Affordable ProductsCommunity DevelopmentEfficient Use of ResourcesDevelopment of the Value Chain and Promotion of Local ProductionWaste ManagementFood WasteEthics and IntegritySustainable Operations and Logistics