Aldi’s emissions reduction targets have been approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), marking a significant achievement in its sustainability journey.
- Joining other major retailers, Aldi sets ambitious targets to reduce greenhouse gas emissions across its operations globally.
- Aldi South Group commits to substantial GHG emission reductions by 2030 and 2050, striving for a sustainable future.
- Initiatives to decarbonize operations and partner with suppliers are key to achieving these climate goals.
- Aldi’s efforts underscore its commitment to sustainability and significant global impact potential.
Aldi has celebrated a momentous accomplishment by securing approval from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) for its emissions reduction goals. This approval places Aldi alongside other prominent retailers such as Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Morrisons, Asda, Waitrose, M&S, and Co-op, all of whom have validated their climate strategies with this vital global climate body.
The Aldi South Group, which includes Aldi UK, has committed to ambitious near-term targets, aiming to reduce Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 52% by the year 2030, taking 2021 as the baseline. Additionally, it plans to slash Scope 3 emissions by 25% with a baseline set in 2022. In the long term, Aldi aims for net-zero status by reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2035 and achieving a 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2050.
Being among the first international food retailers to have its science-based targets validated, Aldi South has outlined a comprehensive strategy. It plans to achieve these targets through focused decarbonisation and emission reduction initiatives, particularly targeting its store and logistics operations, which are major sources of Scope 1 and 2 emissions.
To tackle Scope 3 emissions, Aldi proposes to collaborate closely with its suppliers, enhancing sustainable practices on farms and exploring opportunities for upstream transportation decarbonisation. These initiatives are pivotal in advancing Aldi’s overarching climate goals.
According to Liz Fox, Aldi UK’s national sustainability director, the organization is determined to integrate sustainability into the core of its operations, both domestically and internationally. She emphasizes Aldi’s substantial progress in reducing operational greenhouse gas emissions and its intent to amplify these efforts throughout its supply chain to foster significant change.
Aldi’s validated climate targets demonstrate a committed stride towards global sustainability and significant reduction of greenhouse gas emissions.
