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Metro Inc

Country
Canada
Sector
Consumer Defensive
Industry
Grocery Stores
Employees
97,870
Ticker
MRU
Exchange
TMX Group Inc.
Description
Metro Inc. is a Canadian food and pharmacy retailer operating a network of supermarkets, discount grocers, and drugstores under well-known banners and private-label brands. Its primary function is to ...

Metro Inc's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2024, Metro Inc 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).

However, Metro Inc has not published a category-level breakdown of its Scope 3 emissions, limiting visibility into specific value chain sources.

Metric (tCO2e)2024202320222021-2019
Total Scope 1
264,354.3a
270,469.8a
266,631.8a
Total Scope 2
Unspecified Calculation Method
19,573.4a
15,605.2a
14,785.4a
Total Scope 3
10,333,846a
9,693,706.1a
114,172.7a
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M)
16.8494a
17.7216a
19.5212a
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a. Metro Inc's Corporate Responsibility Report (CRR) 2024

Insights into Metro Inc's Operational Emissions

In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Metro Inc amounted to 283,927.7 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 Metro Inc decreased by 0.75%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations.a

Metro Inc's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

20202021202220232024070 k140 k210 k280 ktCO2e-2%+1%+1%-2%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Metro Inc's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of Metro Inc were 264,354.3 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a

Has Metro Inc reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2020, Metro Inc's Scope 1 emissions have decreased by 2.37%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time.a

Compared to the previous year (2023), Metro Inc's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 2.26%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls.a

What are Metro Inc's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2024, Metro Inc reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 19,573.4 tCO₂e without specifying the calculation method.a

Has Metro Inc reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

Since 2020, Metro Inc's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (Unspecified Calculation Method) have remained relatively stable, indicating that Metro Inc's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint.a

Compared to the previous year (2023), Metro Inc's Scope 2 emissions (Unspecified Calculation Method) rose by 25.43% in 2024, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions from purchased electricity and energya

What methodology does Metro Inc use for Scope 2 reporting?

In 2024, Metro Inc reported its Scope 2 emissions using an unspecified methodology.a

Metro Inc's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

2020202120222023202405 k10 k15 k20 ktCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 (Unspecified Calculation Method)

Insights into Metro Inc's Value Chain Emissions

In 2024, Metro Inc reported 10,333,846 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 Metro Inc includes a breakdown across 0 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, matching the level of disclosure in 2023, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year.a

Metro Inc's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

2020202120222023202403 M6 M9 M12 MtCO2e+2%-2%+8390%+7%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Metro Inc's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, Metro Inc reported total Scope 3 emissions of 10,333,846 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a

Has Metro Inc reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?

Since 2020, Metro Inc's Scope 3 emissions have increased by 8,924.93%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time.a

Compared to the previous year (2023), Metro Inc's Scope 3 emissions remained relatively stable, indicating that Metro Inc's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its value chain footprint.a

Insights into Metro Inc’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers

In 2024, Metro Inc reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 264,354.3 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 15,689 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 16.85 tCO₂e per millions USD.a

Metro Inc's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

1,00010,000100,0001,000,00010,000,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)1,0005,00020,000100,000500,000Revenues (Millions of USD)KrogerYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,240,536 tCO2eRevenue: $M 147,123Scope 1 Intensity: 15.23 tCO2e/$MKoninklijke Ahold DelhaizeYear: 2025Scope 1: 1,569,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 108,575Scope 1 Intensity: 14.45 tCO2e/$MTescoYear: 2025Scope 1: 802,425 tCO2eRevenue: $M 88,087Scope 1 Intensity: 9.11 tCO2e/$MAlbertsons CompaniesYear: 2023Scope 1: 2,651,176 tCO2eRevenue: $M 77,650Scope 1 Intensity: 34.14 tCO2e/$MX5 Retail GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,745,875 tCO2eRevenue: $M 34,356Scope 1 Intensity: 50.82 tCO2e/$MWM Morrison SupermarketsYear: 2024Scope 1: 209,940 tCO2eRevenue: $M 22,078Scope 1 Intensity: 9.51 tCO2e/$MJ SainsburyYear: 2025Scope 1: 448,734 tCO2eRevenue: $M 41,289Scope 1 Intensity: 10.87 tCO2e/$MCP AllYear: 2024Scope 1: 437,291 tCO2eRevenue: $M 27,931Scope 1 Intensity: 15.66 tCO2e/$MCarrefourYear: 2025Scope 1: 571,903 tCO2eRevenue: $M 98,785Scope 1 Intensity: 5.79 tCO2e/$MColes GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 196,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 29,062Scope 1 Intensity: 6.74 tCO2e/$MCasino Guichard PerrachonYear: 2024Scope 1: 62,402 tCO2eRevenue: $M 8,908Scope 1 Intensity: 7.01 tCO2e/$MSendas DistribuidoraYear: 2024Scope 1: 75,937 tCO2eRevenue: $M 11,949Scope 1 Intensity: 6.36 tCO2e/$MMigros TicaretYear: 2024Scope 1: 264,042 tCO2eRevenue: $M 8,307Scope 1 Intensity: 31.79 tCO2e/$MColruyt GroupYear: 2025Scope 1: 84,336 tCO2eRevenue: $M 11,093Scope 1 Intensity: 7.60 tCO2e/$MDFI Retail Group HoldingsYear: 2024Scope 1: 231,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 8,869Scope 1 Intensity: 26.05 tCO2e/$MGrupo Comercial ChedrauiYear: 2024Scope 1: 386,173 tCO2eRevenue: $M 13,593Scope 1 Intensity: 28.41 tCO2e/$MAxfoodYear: 2025Scope 1: 4,488 tCO2eRevenue: $M 9,693Scope 1 Intensity: 0.46 tCO2e/$MPresident Chain StoreYear: 2024Scope 1: 25,563 tCO2eRevenue: $M 10,315Scope 1 Intensity: 2.48 tCO2e/$MSprouts Farmers MarketYear: 2024Scope 1: 88,079 tCO2eRevenue: $M 7,719Scope 1 Intensity: 11.41 tCO2e/$MKeskoYear: 2025Scope 1: 55,237 tCO2eRevenue: $M 14,666Scope 1 Intensity: 3.77 tCO2e/$MBIM Birlesik MagazalarYear: 2025Scope 1: 394,369 tCO2eRevenue: $M 16,786Scope 1 Intensity: 23.49 tCO2e/$MICA GruppenYear: 2024Scope 1: 8,831 tCO2eRevenue: $M 14,267Scope 1 Intensity: 0.62 tCO2e/$MGeorge WestonYear: 2024Scope 1: 693,090 tCO2eRevenue: $M 42,828Scope 1 Intensity: 16.18 tCO2e/$MLoblaw CompaniesYear: 2024Scope 1: 687,940 tCO2eRevenue: $M 42,415Scope 1 Intensity: 16.22 tCO2e/$MEmpireYear: 2024Scope 1: 314,387 tCO2eRevenue: $M 22,307Scope 1 Intensity: 14.09 tCO2e/$MMetro IncYear: 2024Scope 1: 264,354 tCO2eRevenue: $M 15,689Scope 1 Intensity: 16.85 tCO2e/$M

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

In 2024, Metro Inc reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 16.85 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 11.41, this places the company above its industry benchmark, indicating it is less carbon-efficient than most competitors.a

Where does Metro Inc rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?

In 2024, Metro Inc ranked 20 out of 25 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD).a

Metro Inc is therefore positioned in the mid-range of its industry, neither a clear leader nor a laggard in carbon efficiency.a

Insights into Metro Inc's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2024, Metro Inc reported a total carbon footprint of 10,617,773.7 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 6.39% increase compared to 2023, suggesting a rise in emissions across its operations or value chain.a

The largest contributor to Metro Inc's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 97.33% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 1 emissions at 2.49%.a

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