Ocado Group PLC

Common Name
Ocado Group
Country
United Kingdom
Sector
Consumer Defensive
Industry
Grocery Stores
Employees
20,261
Ticker
OCDO
Exchange
LONDON STOCK EXCHANGE
Description
Ocado Group plc is a technology-driven company specializing in online grocery retail and automation solutions for the food distribution industry. It is best known for designing and operating highly ad...

Ocado Group's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2024, Ocado Group 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).

Ocado Group has also provided a category-level breakdown for 9 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.

Metric (tCO2e)2024202320222021 - 2017
Total Scope 1
Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.
a
Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.
a
Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.
b
0000000
Total Scope 2
Market-Based
Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.
a
Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.
a
Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.
b
0000000
Location-Based
Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.
a
Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.
a
Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.
0000000
Total Scope 3
Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.
a
Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.
a
Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.
b
0000000
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M)
Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.
a
Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.
a
Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.
b
0000000
Download Data

Verified Sources Behind Ocado Group’s Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Data

Every figure on this dashboard has a transparent audit trail. With Tracenable, each data point is traceable back to its original source, viewable directly inside our platform. Explore Ocado Group’s data sources below and access millions more through our Disclosure Search.

a. Ocado Group's Annual Report 2024
a. Ocado Group's Annual Report 2024
b. Ocado Group's Annual Report 2023
b. Ocado Group's Annual Report 2023

Insights into Ocado Group's Operational Emissions

In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Ocado Group amounted to 125,707 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 Ocado Group increased by 9.85%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing its emissions from its core operations. a

Ocado Group's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

202220232024030 k60 k90 k120 ktCO2e-3%+11%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Ocado Group's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of Ocado Group were 103,957 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Has Ocado Group reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2022, Ocado Group's Scope 1 emissions have increased by 7.69%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time. a b

Compared to the previous year (2023), Ocado Group's Scope 1 emissions increased by 11.43%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions from its directly owned or controlled operations. a

What are Ocado Group's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2024, Ocado Group reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 895 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 21,750 tCO₂e using the location-based method. a

Has Ocado Group reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

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

What methodology does Ocado Group use for Scope 2 reporting?

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

Ocado Group's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

20222023202405.5 k11 k16.5 k22 ktCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 Location-Based
  • Total Scope 2 Market-Based

Insights into Ocado Group's Value Chain Emissions

In 2024, Ocado Group reported 162,057 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 Ocado Group includes a breakdown across 9 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

Ocado Group's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

202220232024060 k120 k180 k240 ktCO2e-7%-23%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Ocado Group's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, Ocado Group reported total Scope 3 emissions of 162,057 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Approximately 85.51% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 14.49% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment. a

Has Ocado Group reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?

Since 2022, Ocado Group's Scope 3 emissions have decreased by 28.42%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time. a b

Compared to the previous year (2023), Ocado Group's Scope 3 emissions decreased by 22.79%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower indirect emissions from its value chain. a

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Ocado Group disclose?

In 2024, Ocado Group reported emissions for 9 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol. a

This partial disclosure allows for some insight into the company's indirect impacts.

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

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

  • Capital Goods (Cat. 2): 35,242 tCO₂e (21.75%)
  • Fuel- and Energy-Related Services (Cat. 3): 30,996 tCO₂e (19.13%)
  • Employee Commuting (Cat. 7): 29,500 tCO₂e (18.2%)

Ocado Group's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

Capital Goods(Cat. 2)(21.7%)Employee Commuting(Cat. 7)(18.2%)Fuel- andEnergy-RelatedServices (Cat. 3)(19.1%)

Insights into Ocado Group’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers

In 2024, Ocado Group reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 103,957 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 1,542 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 67.41 tCO₂e per millions USD. a

Ocado Group's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

201,00020,000500,00010,000,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)202002,00020,000200,000Revenues (Millions of USD)Weis MarketsYear: 2023Scope 1: 116,710 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,697Scope 1 Intensity: 24.85 tCO2e/$MCasino Guichard PerrachonYear: 2024Scope 1: 62,402 tCO2eRevenue: $M 8,908Scope 1 Intensity: 7.01 tCO2e/$MMigros TicaretYear: 2023Scope 1: 257,792 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,149Scope 1 Intensity: 41.93 tCO2e/$MBGF RetailYear: 2023Scope 1: 2,118 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,412Scope 1 Intensity: 0.33 tCO2e/$MSprouts Farmers MarketYear: 2024Scope 1: 88,079 tCO2eRevenue: $M 7,719Scope 1 Intensity: 11.41 tCO2e/$MSeven & i HoldingsYear: 2022Scope 1: 114,083 tCO2eRevenue: $M 75,702Scope 1 Intensity: 1.51 tCO2e/$MGrupo Comercial ChedrauiYear: 2024Scope 1: 386,173 tCO2eRevenue: $M 13,593Scope 1 Intensity: 28.41 tCO2e/$MJ SainsburyYear: 2025Scope 1: 448,734 tCO2eRevenue: $M 41,340Scope 1 Intensity: 10.85 tCO2e/$MMetroYear: 2024Scope 1: 264,354 tCO2eRevenue: $M 15,689Scope 1 Intensity: 16.85 tCO2e/$MSumber Alfaria TrijayaYear: 2024Scope 1: 6,470 tCO2eRevenue: $M 7,350Scope 1 Intensity: 0.88 tCO2e/$MTescoYear: 2025Scope 1: 802,425 tCO2eRevenue: $M 88,087Scope 1 Intensity: 9.11 tCO2e/$MAlbertsons CompaniesYear: 2023Scope 1: 2,651,176 tCO2eRevenue: $M 77,650Scope 1 Intensity: 34.14 tCO2e/$MSendas DistribuidoraYear: 2023Scope 1: 75,896 tCO2eRevenue: $M 13,711Scope 1 Intensity: 5.54 tCO2e/$MLoblaw CompaniesYear: 2024Scope 1: 687,940 tCO2eRevenue: $M 42,415Scope 1 Intensity: 16.22 tCO2e/$MEmpireYear: 2023Scope 1: 336,560 tCO2eRevenue: $M 22,490Scope 1 Intensity: 14.97 tCO2e/$MKeskoYear: 2024Scope 1: 56,637 tCO2eRevenue: $M 12,404Scope 1 Intensity: 4.57 tCO2e/$MH2O RetailingYear: 2024Scope 1: 54,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,341Scope 1 Intensity: 12.44 tCO2e/$MBlue Zones HoldingsYear: 2022Scope 1: 19,413 tCO2eRevenue: $M 45Scope 1 Intensity: 431.09 tCO2e/$MGeorge WestonYear: 2024Scope 1: 693,090 tCO2eRevenue: $M 42,828Scope 1 Intensity: 16.18 tCO2e/$MColruyt GroupYear: 2023Scope 1: 81 tCO2eRevenue: $M 10,563Scope 1 Intensity: 0.01 tCO2e/$MOcado GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 103,957 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,542Scope 1 Intensity: 67.41 tCO2e/$M

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

In 2024, Ocado Group reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 67.41 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 11.92 , this places the company above its industry benchmark, indicating it is less carbon-efficient than most competitors. a

Where does Ocado Group rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?

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

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

Insights into Ocado Group's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2024, Ocado Group reported a total carbon footprint of 287,764 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 11.27% decrease compared to 2023, indicating progress in reducing its overall greenhouse gas output. a

The largest contributor to Ocado Group's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 56.32% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 1 emissions at 36.13%. a

Want Full Access to Ocado Group's GHG Emissions Dataset?
Sign Up