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REWE Group (2021)

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REWE Group (2021)

Publishing organisations:

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Relevant countries:

Germany

Organisation types:

Company with 250 or more employees

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REWE Group is one of Europe's largest retail and tourism groups, serving twelve million customers daily through its extensive network of supermarkets, DIY stores, and travel agencies. Founded in 1927 as a cooperative, REWE Group has grown to include around 15,718 stores and travel agencies across Germany and 20 other countries. The company is committed to sustainability, social responsibility, and understanding consumer needs, ensuring a holistic approach to quality from raw materials to the customer.

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Editorial team

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Germany

Organisation Type

Company with 250 or more employees

  • CoC aspirational objectives

    • 3. A climate - neutral food chain in Europe by 2050

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At the cooperatively organised REWE Group, we understand that our actions have an impact on people, animals, and the environment, which is why we promote sustainable product lines and ensure fair treatment of our partners and suppliers. We are environmentally aware and climate conscious in our actions, committed to ensuring a sustainable future for society, and mindful of our responsibilities towards our employees. Sustainability is a fundamental element of our business strategy.

Commitments by aspirational objectives:

Aspirational objective 3: A climate-neutral food chain in Europe by 2050

With the following aspirational target: 

Reducing net emissions from own operations, contributing to a 55% GHG emission reduction target in the EU food chain by 2030 (following a science-based approach).

REWE commitments:

  • REWE Group aims to achieve climate neutrality at the company level (scope 1 and 2) until 2040;

  • As a mid-term goal on the road to neutrality, REWE Group aims to reduce its absolute greenhouse gas emissions (CO2 equivalents), by 30% compared to 2019 until 2030 via measures to reduce and avoid emissions;

  • These targets apply to all countries where REWE Group is active.

Full detail of the pledge in the provided attachment.

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REWE Group Commitment
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