In 2023, the projection is to increase its capacity for renewable energy generation at 240 stores and at new logistics centres and Hives.
A Mercadona store with solar panels saves approximately 20% of its annual energy consumption compared with a store without photovoltaic energy installed, which entails a reduction of approximately 30 tonnes of CO2 per supermarket.
After investing over 14 million euros in 2022 in the installation of new solar panels, reducing emissions of over 3,000 tonnes of CO2.
In collaboration with Iberdrola and Repsol, the company seeks to offer a high-quality charging service at a very competitive price.
Charging could be up to 6 times faster, increasing from 3.7 to 22 kW.
The forecast is to have over 5,000 semi-fast charging stations installed by the end of 2024, creating one of the largest charging networks for electric vehicles in Spain.
In collaboration with Disfrimur and Acotral, tests are starting in Murcia and Madrid with these 33-pallet load vehicles, allowing CO2 emissions to be reduced by 102 tonnes.
It has also incorporated two 21-pallet rigid electric lorries into its own fleet, the company’s first zero-emission lorries (DGT label) with an annual reduction of 111 tonnes of CO2, to supply its Alicante stores.
It has a “young” fleet of lorries, which since 2015 has allowed it to reduce CO2 emissions by over 85,000 tonnes, achieving a reduction of 27% per pallet transported.
All of this is to continue advancing in its commitment to green logistics and strengthening its sustainability.
Two years ago Mercadona developed an ambitious plan, which would involve a total investment of 140 million euros, to reduce its plastic consumption and improve waste management in its stores; which have also been transformed over the last year to a more sustainable model.
Strategy 6.25 consists of six specific actions to achieve a triple objective by 2025: reduce the plastic in its packaging by 25%, make all of its plastic packaging recyclable, and recycle all of its plastic waste.
The company has already eliminated single-use plastic bags and household items and is continuing to reduce the plastic used in its packaging, improve the products’ recyclability and provide the Bosses (the customers) with information on how to recycle.
The chain is implementing its Strategy 6.25 to reduce plastic and manage its waste, and in under a year it has adapted all of its stores to the 6.25 Store model.
Mercadona's Animal Welfare Policy reflects its efforts to guarantee decent conditions for the animal throughout its life, as well as food safety and product quality.
Mercadona’s suppliers of meat, eggs and milk are certified in Animal Welfar.
Mercadona subscribes to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the United Nations and works to contribute to their achievement within the framework of the 2030 Agenda.
This new technology helps to reduce the impact of the company’s daily activity, improve air quality in cities, and minimise noise.
With a capacity for 21 pallets and a Maximum Authorised Mass of 26 tonnes, the new 100% electric Scania vehicle has a theoretical autonomy of approximately 200 km, making it an optimal solution for urban distribution.
In collaboration with Scania, Acotral, Frigicoll and ThermoKing.
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