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Lidl StoryCorporate Governance

February 2026

WWF Partnership: Teaming up for more sustainable choices

Why would a retailer and an environmental organization join forces? The answer is simple: we are stronger together when it comes to protecting our natural resources. For Lidl, sustainability is not...

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Lidl StoryCorporate Governance

January 2026

Responsibility in everyday working life: the YOU initiative at Lidl

Sometimes it takes a spark to set something bigger in motion. At Lidl, that spark is called YOU. Thuy from the project team shares how an idea turned into a movement – and how the initiative “YOU...

A smiling mascot child in a Lidl jersey standing in a crowded stadium tunnel, looking back happily over their shoulder while heading out.

Lidl StoryCorporate Governance

August 2025

Sport connects – Lidl moves

Sport inspires, connects and gets people moving. That is why we harness the power of sport to create positive momentum. We focus our engagement where sport brings people together—whether in handball,...

Lidl StoryProtecting climate

January 2025

Keeping the goal in sight: Lidl on track to net zero by 2050

Climate change demands concrete action. As an international food retailer, we see it as our responsibility to measurably reduce emissions and contribute to limiting global warming. Our answer is net...

Lidl StoryProtecting climate

October 2025

Suppliers as part of the solution: how we reduce emissions with our partners

The greatest levers for climate protection lie where our products are produced and transported – on farms, in factories and on the road. Together with our suppliers and logistics partners, we are...

Lidl StoryProtecting climate

January 2026

Many measures, big impact: how we reduce our operational emissions

From foundation to roof: At Lidl, we are implementing targeted measures across all countries to reduce CO₂ emissions in our buildings and processes. With energy-efficient new builds and modernization...

Lidl StoryRespecting biodiversity

September 2025

Protecting forests and valuable ecosystems – how we take responsibility for nature

They provide shade, store water and offer a habitat for countless animal and plant species: our forests, the green lungs of our planet. Yet in many regions, they – along with other natural ecosystems...

Lidl StoryRespecting biodiversity

September 2025

Great coffee, with a clear conscience

That first sip of coffee in the morning – for many, it’s a familiar ritual. But what we rarely see: behind every cup are people, soils, climate conditions and global supply chains working together to...

Lidl StoryActing fairly

February 2026

Chocolate at Lidl – responsibility you can taste

Record cocoa prices on global markets – yet many cocoa farmers still live in poverty. Lidl is addressing this imbalance by transitioning its permanently listed private label chocolate bar range to...

Lidl StoryActing fairly

June 2025

Lidl brings fresh energy to the handball arena

As the Official Fresh Food Partner of international handball tournaments, Lidl supports peak performance on the court while championing equality, sporting excellence and the development of young...

Lidl StoryActing fairly

March 2025

Responsible banana sourcing – for fair wages in our supply chains

Banana harvesting is physically demanding work, often carried out under challenging conditions. Yet in many places, it is still not fairly compensated. With a comprehensive project across four...

Lidl StoryConserving resources

July 2025

Road to Zero Waste: turning operational waste into valuable resources

What used to end up as waste is now a resource with potential. At Lidl, we view operational waste as valuable materials and, together with the other Schwarz Group companies, are committed to...

Lidl StoryConserving resources

February 2026

REset Resources – Keeping valuable resources in circulation

Natural resources are becoming increasingly scarce, posing growing challenges for businesses. With the jointly developed holistic circular economy strategy REset Resources of the Schwarz Group...

Lidl StoryConserving resources

February 2026

With every package, a step forward

Two grams less plastic per yoghurt cup—a small change, but with a significant impact on the climate. This example shows that even the smallest improvements matter, especially for products sold in the...

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Our responsibility

Shaping the future together

For us, corporate responsibility means working on the major challenges of the future – above all, reconciling sustainability and economic viability. From reducing CO₂ emissions to protecting biodiversity and natural resources, to promoting healthy nutrition and fair incomes: we are active in key areas of action. Every day. Step by step. Together with employees, suppliers, partners and customers.

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