At Asda, we’ve always believed in straight forward, honest communications – and that is at the heart of our ESG reporting.
We want our progress the good and the not so good to drive wider change.
Our ESG report covers the 2022 calendar year and relates to Asda Group Limited and subsidiaries including International Procurement Logistics (IPL). The report has been prepared in accordance with Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) Foundation 2021 and the United Nations (UN) Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This report provides a comprehensive view of our approach to ESG issues and our performance in 2022.
All disclosures made in the report and on the website are checked and evidenced by internal experts. In 2021, we introduced a dedicated claims management software systems to capture and substantiate all our ESG disclosures. This was a significant milestone in how we govern and manage ESG credibly and transparently. The data and disclosures made within our ESG Report 2022 and on the website are correct to the best of our knowledge, as of the publishing date of August 2023.
GRI Reporting Initiative: Foundation 2021
The GRI Standards enable organisations to report on their ESG programme of activity in a comparable and credible way.
Reviewing the impact we make on ESG topics and our strategic priorities is what helps us keep up momentum as we strive to create change for better for our communities, society and the planet. The GRI core standards are also highly relevant to many of our stakeholders - including investors, policymakers and civil society.
A list of our affiliated environmental third parties referenced in this report are available here.
1. No Poverty
2. Zero Hunger
3. Good health and Well-being
4. Quality Education
5. Gender Equality
6. Clean Water and Sanitation
7. Affordable and Clean Energy
8. Decent Work and Economic Growth
9. Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
10. Reduced Inequalities
11. Sustainable Cities and Communities
12. Responsible Consumption and Production
13. Climate Action
14. Life Below Water
15. Life on Land
16. Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
17. Partnerships for the Goals
Environmental
(SDG 1, 2, 7, 10, 12, 13, 14 and 17)
Whether it's sourcing our products from land or sea, we strive to protect and restore these ecosystems and their biodiversity. We are developing our roadmap to net zero by 2040 (or sooner) and reducing emissions and waste are central to providing our customers with good value without costing the earth.
Social
(SDG 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 10, 12 and 17)
Encompassing our colleagues and customers and all who contribute to our business around the world. We provide food and drink to support a healthy, sustainable diet and in-store Pharmacies and Opticians provide affordable healthcare.
We respect and support our colleagues to create a diverse, inclusive, fair, safe and enjoyable place to work.
We fundraise and raise awareness for our national charity partner, Tickled Pink and support our local communities enabling togetherness, connections and resilience in Asda communities.
Governance
(SDG 3, 4, 5, 8, 10, 12, 13 and 17)
Operating as an ethical, compliant and responsible business is at our core. We act with integrity at all times and respect and support our suppliers and partners.
