Avolta AG

Common Name
Avolta
Country
Switzerland
Sector
Consumer Cyclical
Industry
Specialty Retail
Employees
57,679
Ticker
AVOL
Exchange
SIX SWISS EXCHANGE
Description
Avolta AG is a leading Swiss-based company specializing in the travel retail sector, with a particular focus on operating duty-free and specialty retail shops in transportation hubs, primarily airport...

Avolta's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2024, Avolta completed a corporate carbon footprint assessment and publicly disclosed its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions according to the GHG Protocol, covering Scope 1 (direct emissions from owned or controlled sources), Scope 2 (indirect emissions from purchased energy) and Scope 3 (indirect emissions across the value chain).

Avolta has also provided a category-level breakdown for 4 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.

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Total Scope 2
Market-Based
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Total Scope 3
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Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M)
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Verified Sources Behind Avolta’s Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Data

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a. Avolta's Annual Report 2024
a. Avolta's Annual Report 2024
b. Avolta's Annual Report 2023
b. Avolta's Annual Report 2023

Insights into Avolta's Operational Emissions

In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Avolta amounted to 242,636 metric tons of CO2 equivalent. This figure includes both direct emissions from owned or controlled sources (Scope 1) and indirect emissions from purchased energy (Scope 2). a

Compared to 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Avolta increased by 4.57%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing its emissions from its core operations. a

Avolta's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

201920202021202220232024025 k50 k75 k100 ktCO2e-59%+30%+63%+5298%+3%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Avolta's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of Avolta were 84,421 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Has Avolta reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2019, Avolta's Scope 1 emissions have increased by 4,762.96%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time. a b

Compared to the previous year (2023), Avolta's Scope 1 emissions increased by 2.62%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions from its directly owned or controlled operations. a

What are Avolta's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2024, Avolta reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 201,223 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 158,215 tCO₂e using the location-based method. a

Has Avolta reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

Compared to the previous year (2023), Avolta's Scope 2 emissions (Location-Based) have remained relatively stable, indicating that Avolta 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint. a

What methodology does Avolta use for Scope 2 reporting?

In 2024, Avolta reported its Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method and using the location-based method. a

Avolta's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

201920202021202220232024055 k110 k165 k220 ktCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 Location-Based
  • Total Scope 2 Market-Based

Insights into Avolta's Value Chain Emissions

In 2024, Avolta reported 3,806,960 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing indirect emissions across its upstream and downstream value chain. a

The 2024 disclosure of Avolta includes a breakdown across 4 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, up from 2 in 2023, reflecting improved emissions accounting practices and greater transparency across the company's value chain a

Avolta's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

20192020202120222023202401 M2 M3 M4 MtCO2e-87%+157%+101%+688%+6332%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Avolta's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, Avolta reported total Scope 3 emissions of 3,806,960 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Approximately 100% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 0% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment. a

Has Avolta reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?

Since 2019, Avolta's Scope 3 emissions have increased by 35,260.95%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time. a b

Compared to the previous year (2023), Avolta's Scope 3 emissions increased by 6,331.54%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions across its value chain. a

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Avolta disclose?

In 2024, Avolta reported emissions for 4 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol. a

The limited disclosure restricts visibility into specific emission sources across the company's value chain.

What are the main sources of Avolta's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, the largest contributors to Avolta's Scope 3 emissions were: a

  • Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 3,708,121 tCO₂e (97.4%)
  • Fuel- and Energy-Related Services (Cat. 3): 43,042 tCO₂e (1.13%)
  • Upstream Transportation and Distribution (Cat. 4): 42,730 tCO₂e (1.12%)

Avolta's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

UpstreamTransportation andDistribution(Cat. 4)(1.1%)Purchased Goods andServices (Cat. 1)(97.4%)Fuel- andEnergy-RelatedServices (Cat. 3)(1.1%)

Insights into Avolta’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers

In 2024, Avolta reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 84,421 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 15,157 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 5.57 tCO₂e per millions USD. a

Avolta's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

1001,00010,000100,0001,000,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)502002,00010,000100,000Revenues (Millions of USD)MHGATractor SupplyYear: 2024Scope 1: 90,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 14,883Scope 1 Intensity: 6.05 tCO2e/$MMagazine LuizaYear: 2023Scope 1: 13,133 tCO2eRevenue: $M 7,581Scope 1 Intensity: 1.73 tCO2e/$MFnac DartyYear: 2024Scope 1: 15,251 tCO2eRevenue: $M 8,588Scope 1 Intensity: 1.78 tCO2e/$MUlta BeautyYear: 2023Scope 1: 8,345 tCO2eRevenue: $M 11,207Scope 1 Intensity: 0.74 tCO2e/$MJB Hi-FiYear: 2024Scope 1: 290 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,402Scope 1 Intensity: 0.05 tCO2e/$MDICK'S Sporting GoodsYear: 2022Scope 1: 52,131 tCO2eRevenue: $M 12,368Scope 1 Intensity: 4.21 tCO2e/$MAcademy Sports and OutdoorsYear: 2024Scope 1: 11,972 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,933Scope 1 Intensity: 2.02 tCO2e/$MCanadian TireYear: 2023Scope 1: 60,883 tCO2eRevenue: $M 12,581Scope 1 Intensity: 4.84 tCO2e/$MMMMarks Electrical GroupYear: 2025Scope 1: 2,395 tCO2eRevenue: $M 152Scope 1 Intensity: 15.80 tCO2e/$MMobilezone HoldingYear: 2024Scope 1: 543 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,110Scope 1 Intensity: 0.49 tCO2e/$MLagardereYear: 2024Scope 1: 12,956 tCO2eRevenue: $M 9,365Scope 1 Intensity: 1.38 tCO2e/$MFrasers GroupYear: 2025Scope 1: 33,577 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,565Scope 1 Intensity: 5.11 tCO2e/$MMurphy USAYear: 2022Scope 1: 6,350 tCO2eRevenue: $M 23,449Scope 1 Intensity: 0.27 tCO2e/$MBath & Body WorksYear: 2023Scope 1: 17,599 tCO2eRevenue: $M 7,429Scope 1 Intensity: 2.37 tCO2e/$MCECONOMYYear: 2023Scope 1: 19,800 tCO2eRevenue: $M 23,493Scope 1 Intensity: 0.84 tCO2e/$MVibra EnergiaYear: 2024Scope 1: 40,181 tCO2eRevenue: $M 27,886Scope 1 Intensity: 1.44 tCO2e/$MDunelm GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 5,139 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,158Scope 1 Intensity: 2.38 tCO2e/$MCaseys General StoresYear: 2024Scope 1: 104,833 tCO2eRevenue: $M 14,863Scope 1 Intensity: 7.05 tCO2e/$MTaiwan MobileYear: 2024Scope 1: 7,592 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,086Scope 1 Intensity: 1.25 tCO2e/$MAldrees Petroleum and Transport ServicesYear: 2024Scope 1: 314,420 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,136Scope 1 Intensity: 61.22 tCO2e/$MHalfords GroupYear: 2025Scope 1: 24,185 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,219Scope 1 Intensity: 10.90 tCO2e/$MGrupo SBFYear: 2023Scope 1: 3,621 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,441Scope 1 Intensity: 2.51 tCO2e/$MHHHotel ShillaYear: 2023Scope 1: 6,602 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,793Scope 1 Intensity: 2.36 tCO2e/$MGGGOME Retail HoldingsYear: 2023Scope 1: 400 tCO2eRevenue: $M 99Scope 1 Intensity: 4.03 tCO2e/$MAAAvoltaYear: 2024Scope 1: 84,421 tCO2eRevenue: $M 15,157Scope 1 Intensity: 5.57 tCO2e/$M

How does Avolta's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?

In 2024, Avolta reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 5.57 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 2.37 , this places the company above its industry benchmark, indicating it is less carbon-efficient than most competitors. a

Where does Avolta rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?

In 2024, Avolta ranked 20 out of 24 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD). a

This places Avolta among the least efficient performers, with one of the highest emissions intensities in its sector. a

Insights into Avolta's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2024, Avolta reported a total carbon footprint of 4,049,596 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 1,290.55% increase compared to 2023, suggesting a rise in emissions across its operations or value chain. a

The largest contributor to Avolta's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 94.01% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 2 emissions at 3.91%. a

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