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ALDI ranks among the OK stores in the industry, just shy of the "good" category. The retailer sells few Red List species and has markedly increased its sustainability information on products. ALDI should strengthen its commitment to sustainable, socially responsible seafood by refusing to do business with known "pirate" fishing companies.
Has a public sustainable seafood policy, which applies to fresh, frozen, and some canned seafood. The company publicly refuses to purchase GMO seafood. ALDI needs to create a sustainable canned tuna policy and ensure all products sold meet its criteria.
Provides customers in-store signage and online communication regarding seafood sustainability. The retailer has increased sustainability labeling on its point-of-purchase packaging.
Supports some seafood sustainability or conservation initiatives; however, has not supported protection of the Bering Sea Canyons. Was among several companies connected to slavery in the shrimp industry, and must take action to address human rights abuses in the seafood industry.
Sells seven of the 22 Red List species: Alaska Pollock, Atlantic cod, Atlantic salmon, Atlantic sea scallop, ocean quahog, South Atlantic albacore tuna, and tropical shrimp.
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Are you a sustainable shopper? Take the challenge to find out how you score.
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Should I buy canned tuna at ALDI? |
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No, currently ALDI does not sell sustainable canned tuna. Request pole and line caught tuna from store managers. |
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Has ALDI made sustainability a priority? |
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In general, ALDI has a strong seafood policy, but should focus on providing more sustainable tuna and taking action to address human rights abuses in the seafood industry. |
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Does ALDI sell Red List species? |
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Yes, but this retailer is second only to Trader Joe's in selling the fewest Red List species. Make sure to avoid all Red List species. |
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Is there anything I can do to encourage more sustainable practices at Aldi? |
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Yes—you can add your name to the petition asking Aldi to use more sustainable practices. |
