Get to know the scopes
are indirect GHG emissions
associated with the purchase
of electricity and heat, and result
from the organisation’s energy use.
Scope 1
On the road to a sustainable future
Our Scope 1 emissions chiefly arise from burning fuels in our installations, or in processes like using refrigerants and operating our fleet. Our focus on hybrid cars is a key element of our fleet decarbonisation effort, and we are currently testing 100% electric vehicles. We aim to reduce fleet emissions by ~0.6 thousand tCO2 in 2026 from current forecasts, replacing 203 vehicles between 2024 and 2026. By using a fleet of refrigerated vehicles, we are also reducing the use of dry ice in transport.
Scope 2
Powered by green energy
Our Scope 2 emissions come from the energy we buy from suppliers, including the electricity consumed at our HQ and distribution centres, as well as the district heating used at HQ. Under a 15-year corporate Power Purchase Agreement (cPPA) with Qair, we are committed between 2023 and 2038 to buying electricity and guarantees of origin from their wind farm and large-scale solar-power plant. This represents nearly 1.7 TWh of renewable energy. We have a similar 10-year contract with Modus for the annnual supply of close to 50 GWh of green electricity.
Scope 3 (downstream)
Upgrading franchise stores
We work to reduce franchisee emissions, and are committed to researching and implementing effective new solutions. This includes our work at the Żabka Eko Smart laboratory, where we study the latest innovations from across the world. During 2023, we successively optimisedour delivery routes to reduced GHG emissions. We are implementing closed-air refrigeration systems and zero-heating doors instore, and install photovoltaic panels wherever possible. We are also replacing refrigerants in cooling installations with alternatives offering lower global warming potential (GWP).
Scope 3 (upstream)
Digitalising our value chain
We work closely with our upstream business partners to analyse the carbon footprint of our supply chain under different categories and are continuously reviewing a database to calculate their levels of engagement with decarbonisation. We constantly develop analytics for our purchased goods and services, and two years ago created a new product card for manufacturers that includes a section on carbon footprint. We enriched our database of Category 1: Purchased good and services in line of requirements of GHG Land Sector and Removals Guidance. We are refining our analysis to meet the higher standards required by stakeholders and future regulatory changes. We are also continually studying the impact of our Scope 3 on biodiversity and are aware of the mutual impact of these two areas.
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Risk Analysis of the Automated Logistics Centre in Radzymin
We conducted a risk analysis of our Logistics Centre in Radzymin in the context of business transformation and social changes driven, among other things, by climate change. The analysis was conducted in 2025 in accordance with the guidelines of the TCFD (Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures), the Transition Risk Framework, and the Transition Risk Assessment Guidelines.
Transition Risks
Identifying risks and opportunities arising from climate change enables better preparation of the building and its surroundings for future developments. New technical, technological, legal, and social requirements may lead to increased investment needs in areas that support the transition to a low-emission economy. On the other hand, they may also contribute to positive changes, such as reduced energy and water consumption, lower waste generation, or improved perception of the investment by the local community. For the building under analysis, we have also defined relevant indicators that will be monitored. In terms of transition risks, the assessment will cover: reduction in energy and water consumption, reduction in waste generation, and the use of green spaces.
A scenario analysis conducted for Żabka Polska sp. z o.o., including the Automated Logistics Centre in Radzymin, allows us to assess the impact of climate transition risks. We focused on three scenarios: BAU (business as usual), SSP2-4.5, and SSP5-8.5. The SSP (Shared Socio-economic Pathways) scenarios are socio-economic development forecasts that help understand potential directions of change — including in the areas of environment, economy, and energy policy — in the context of climate change.
We used recognised climate models in the analysis, including those from WBCSD, IMF, and the NGFS scenarios explorer. Three time horizons were considered: short-term (1 year), medium-term (until 2030), and long-term (until 2050), with the most significant changes expected over the long term. For each scenario, we assessed the potential impact on selected financial indicators for the years 2024–2050.
Among the key transition risks identified were market and technological changes, projected increases in energy prices, and disruptions in raw material supplies. Demand changes result from macroeconomic trends shaped by evolving climate conditions. Rising energy prices are a consequence of both the current market situation and the need for long-term energy transformation. Disruptions in the availability of raw materials and components may also significantly affect operational activities.
The SSP2-4.5 and SSP5-8.5 scenarios show similar changes in demand and a relatively stable cost structure. The SSP2-4.5 scenario assumes a strong influence of ESG regulations and greater predictability of energy costs. In contrast, the SSP5-8.5 scenario anticipates limited ESG regulatory impact, cost volatility, and a delayed transformation of the energy market. In both cases, cumulative risks include changes in demand, increases in energy and fuel prices, disruptions in raw material supplies, market signal uncertainty, regulatory changes, and potential restrictions on goods transport in city centres.
Social Risks
In terms of social risks, the facility was assessed for exposure to a range of social threats. For each identified risk example actions were proposed that could potentially enhance the positive impact on local communities. The assessment was based on data confirming the presence and level of impact of various social threats around the facility. It used research conducted by public and private institutions, selected appropriately to the scale of each issue: local, district, city-wide, and national.
The analysis incorporated the guidelines of the BREEAM International In-Use certification system (version 6), covering the following areas:
· Poverty: income inequality, unemployment,
· Social disruption: safety, population ageing, immigration, family/community support, accessibility, inequality, religious diversity,
· Modern slavery: forced labour,
· Public health: air quality, light pollution, noise pollution,
· Physical climate risks: extreme weather conditions.
Every analysed category includes specific phenomena assessed in terms of their potential impact and associated risk. In all cases, the risk level was determined to be low or moderate. This assessment provides a comprehensive picture of the social challenges the facility may face and highlights the importance of addressing them appropriately to support a healthy and sustainable community.
The analysis also identified possible mitigation actions and strategies that could enhance social resilience. Focusing on these solutions enables stakeholders to respond effectively to the identified challenges and create a more inclusive and supportive environment for residents, tenants, users, and visitors. This approach to social issues is key to promoting responsible business practices and ensuring sensitivity to community needs.
Learn more about SBTi
Żabka Polska is the first company in Poland whose goals for reducing greenhouse gases have been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative. SBTi is a joint, international initiative of CDP (formerly Carbon Disclosure Project), UNGC (United Nations Global Compact), WRI (World Resources Institute) and WWF (World Wildlife Fund).
What is the role of SBTi?
SBTi helps companies determine how much and how quickly they need to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions to be in line with the requirements of the latest climate research. The organization’s primary goal is to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels, in accordance with the Paris Agreement of 2015.
Why join SBTi?
Approval of a decarbonization strategy by SBTi is a highly respected commitment in business and is sought by all companies wanting to be a leader in sustainable development in their industry. As a company that wants to minimise its negative impact on the environment, we are constantly looking for solutions to help us do this while also tackling climate change - we are working on reducing energy consumption, looking for low- and zero-emission energy sources, testing innovative green technologies and encouraging our consumers to make planet-friendly choices.
What does the SBTi application process look like?
- Commitment - submission of a letter declaring the intention to set a science-based goal within 2 years of sending the commitment;
- Creation of a decarbonization strategy - in accordance with SBTi criteria;
- Verification - submission of an application and validation of the goal by SBTi;
- Communication - public announcement of goals and informing stakeholders;
- Disclosure - annual publication of the organization’s emissions and progress towards achieving goals.
What are the next steps after validating the goals?
In addition to working on the implementation of the strategy and achieving the goals, it is necessary to monitor the requirements of SBTi, as they are regularly updated and expanded. Examples of significant changes in criteria:
- Change of minimum ambition of goals from ‘well below 2°C’ to 1.5°C which results in, among other things, an increase in the minimum annual emission reduction from scope 1 and 2 to 4.2% per year;
- Inclusion of FLAG (Forest, Land and Agriculture) group emissions in the reporting scope
Significant changes in the way the organization’s emissions are reported should also be confronted with SBTi guidelines, as they may affect the status of goal acceptance:
- Change of allocation of the emission group to another scope;
- Changes in operational control within the organization.
Decarbonisation results against 2023 targets
The Responsibility Strategy of the Żabka Group outlines our aspirations and growth pathways in the ESG sector. Fulfilling the commitments we have adopted necessitates the support of all our employees and partners. Collective dedication has enabled us to effectively tackle the challenges of the past year, as well as seize numerous opportunities. With our daily efforts, we are inching closer to realising the ambitions contained in the Żabka Group's Responsibility Strategy. The results against 2023 targets are as follows:
Scope 1&2 Target
The total Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions summed up to 17 282 tonnes of CO2, which is the highest available KPI score. Thanks to further investment in our vehicle fleet, including replacement vehicles and the implementation of a driver incentive program, we kept our emissions in this area at the same level as last year. This was despite an increase in the number of cars. Our efforts over the past two years to minimize leakage in the refrigeration systems in our distribution centers, and to replace refrigerants with high global warming potential (GWP) value with those of lower GWP, have also reduced our emissions in this area. We have additionally continued our approach of providing 100% renewable electricity in our own operations, using Renewable Energy Guarantees of Origin (REGOs) to demonstrate that it has been generated from renewable sources. By using a fleet of refrigerated vehicles, we have also reduced the use of dry ice in transport. Consequently, our Scope 1 and 2 emissions have decreased by 28.8% compared to the 2020 baseline.
Scope 3 Target (downstream)
Our Scope 3 focus remained on energy-efficiency initiatives. We used closed-air refrigeration systems for beverages in almost 1,200 new stores and zero heating doors in close to 2,000 stores. Both solutions are standard in newly opened stores. In addition, we ensured that 46% of the electricity used in the stores came from renewable sources, not only by purchasing guarantees of origin but also by installing a further 100 PV installations on the roofs of our stores. As a result, the intensity of the Scope 3 emissions from our franchisee's stores fell by 60% from the 2020 base year.
Scope 3 Target (upstream)
As for Scope 3 upstream emissions, the company works closely with its business partners to analyse the carbon footprint of its supply chain under different categories and is continuously reviewing a database to calculate their levels of engagement with decarbonisation. The company’s strategy aims for 75% of its suppliers by expenditure, covering purchased goods and services, to have science-based targets by 2026.
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