Who is TF Value-Mart?
TF Value-Mart is a leading grocery retailer in Malaysia, focusing on sourcing products locally and globally to provide value and convenience while operating a low-cost model that ensures customers enjoy a comfortable shopping experience. As part of its commitment to responsible business practices, TF Value-Mart is working to better understand its carbon footprint and take meaningful steps to reduce its impact.
As part of this mission, TF Value-Mart is committing to the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to translate its sustainability ambitions into measurable action. The team is actively reviewing its environmental footprint to set a clear, science-led pathway for emissions reduction. This approach ensures they are taking credible and transparent steps to operate responsibly and build a resilient business for generations to come.
The challenge
Before working with Zevero, TF Value-Mart struggled with data collection across their operations and supply chain. The team lacked internal sustainability expertise to carry out a comprehensive carbon assessment and needed a practical solution to keep themselves accountable to their SBTi.
They recorded some data in Excel spreadsheets; however, in their first year a lot of data wasn’t available to do a full assessment, and Scope 3 categories like purchased goods and services and business travel were mostly based on high-level spend-based data analysis was done for these categories instead, limiting the accuracy of the footprint.
TF Value-Mart was looking for a partner who could increase the accuracy of their emissions data, deliver clear insights on an individual store basis, and ensure the process was scalable as they grow, all while building a credible baseline to guide action toward their SBTi targets.
The solution
TF Value-Mart partnered with Zevero to measure Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions with greater accuracy and build a more reliable baseline for tracking progress. Zevero’s sustainability experts worked closely with the team to collect and clean data across all sites, helping structure the information and apply appropriate emissions factors, including quantity-based data where available.
Zevero’s platform and expert support helped replace high-level screening data with more specific calculations, particularly in Scope 3 categories. This provided TF Value-Mart with a clearer and more credible emissions footprint across their operations and supply chain.
Zevero stood out because of its user-friendly platform, deep domain expertise, and collaborative approach. They offered a tailored experience that aligned with our specific needs and sustainability goals.
The results
Expanded emissions measurement
TF Value-Mart captured Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions together with improved data quality, creating their most complete footprint to date.
Improved data accuracy
Moved from high-level screening data to more specific activity-based data where available, particularly in key Scope 3 categories.
Enhanced reporting and stakeholder trust
Zevero helped TF Value-Mart stay ahead of evolving reporting requirements such as the GHG Protocol’s upcoming Land Sector and Removals Guidance (LSRG). The team also supported internal questionnaires requests by investors, helping to strengthen credibility on the environmental front.
Foundation for future planning
Built a reliable emissions baseline that supports their carbon reduction targets and long-term decarbonisation plan.
Their experts have been instrumental in helping us interpret data and prioritize impactful actions. They’ve become an extension of our internal team.
Looking ahead
TF Value-Mart is now focused on using this baseline to set reduction targets and build a carbon reduction plan that supports their business and climate goals. With stronger data in place, the team is better positioned to track progress and take meaningful action to reduce its footprint.
