Zero-Waste Grocery Stores Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

The Zero Waste Grocery Stores Market Report is Segmented by Distribution Channel (Supermarkets/Hypermarkets, Specialty Stores, and Online Stores) and Geography (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, South America, and the Middle East and Africa). The Report Offers Market Size and Forecasts for the Zero Waste Grocery Stores Market in Value (USD) for all the Above Segments.

Zero-Waste Grocery Stores Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

Zero-Waste Grocery Stores Market Size

Zero-Waste Grocery Stores Market Summary
Study Period 2020 - 2030
Market Size (2025) USD 290.90 Billion
Market Size (2030) USD 424.87 Billion
CAGR (2025 - 2030) 7.87 %
Fastest Growing Market Asia Pacific
Largest Market North America
Market Concentration Medium

Major Players

Zero-Waste Grocery Stores Market Major Players

*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order

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Zero-Waste Grocery Stores Market Analysis

The Zero-Waste Grocery Stores Market size is estimated at USD 290.90 billion in 2025, and is expected to reach USD 424.87 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 7.87% during the forecast period (2025-2030).

Zero waste stores are reshaping the retail landscape, offering customers a plastic and packaging-free shopping experience. These stores primarily focus on refill and bulk options, encouraging shoppers to bring their containers for food, personal care, and cleaning products. The global count of such stores has surpassed, with many new ones seeking crowdfunding on online platforms. Beyond being packaging-free, zero-waste stores often champion a holistic, sustainable ethos, showcasing a range of local and organic products. This distinctive approach sets them apart from traditional retailers, carving a niche for themselves.

Zero-waste grocery stores, at the forefront of the sustainable shopping movement, are making a statement not just in concept but also in practice. Their impact is evident, not only in their waste reduction efforts but also in catalyzing responses from major retail grocery chains. Despite accounting for just 10% of food outlets, US supermarkets add massive billions of dollars to the total yearly food waste. Furthermore, food packaging alone constitutes 23% of all landfill waste.

Zero-Waste Grocery Stores Industry Overview

The zero-waste grocery store market exhibits a semi-consolidated landscape, with only a handful of options available presently. The report delves into the competitive dynamics, highlighting key players such as Rainbow Grocery, Loop, Zero Waste Eco Store, Carrefour, and The Refill Shoppe.

Zero-Waste Grocery Stores Market Leaders

  1. Rainbow Grocery

  2. Loop

  3. Carrefour

  4. The Refill Shoppe

  5. Zero Waste Eco Store

  6. *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
Zero-Waste Grocery Stores Market Concentration
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Zero-Waste Grocery Stores Market News

  • July 2024: Carrefour, a prominent supermarket chain, partnered with GreenYellow, a key player in France's energy transition, to install solar panels across its national store network. This joint effort focuses on installing photovoltaic units in the parking lots of 350 hypermarkets and supermarkets in France, Spain, and Brazil.
  • November 2023: Carrefour into a new partnership with Czech Group JIP Retail. All stores of the chain’s network started selling a large range of Carrefour products.
  • January 2023: Good Earth Natural Foods partnered with USEFULL to reduce single-use packaging waste. As part of its commitment to sustainability, Good Earth began offering USEFULL’s tech-enabled, insulated stainless steel cups in its in-store cafes.

Zero-Waste Grocery Stores Market Report - Table of Contents

1. INTRODUCTION

  • 1.1 Study Assumption and Market Definition
  • 1.2 Scope of the Study

2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

4. MARKET DYNAMICS AND INSIGHTS

  • 4.1 Market Overview
  • 4.2 Market Drivers
    • 4.2.1 Rising Environmental Consciousness Driving the Market
    • 4.2.2 Consumer Demand for Eco-friendly Options Fuels Growth of the Market
  • 4.3 Market Restraints
    • 4.3.1 Higher Initial Setup Costs Hinder Growth of the Market
    • 4.3.2 Logistical Challenges in Maintaining Hygiene Standards in Stores
  • 4.4 Market Opportunities
    • 4.4.1 Potential Partnerships with Local Producers and Suppliers
    • 4.4.2 Leveraging Digital Platforms for Online Sales
  • 4.5 Value Chain Analysis
  • 4.6 Industry Attractiveness: Porter's Five Forces Analysis
    • 4.6.1 Threat of New Entrants
    • 4.6.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers
    • 4.6.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
    • 4.6.4 Threat of Substitutes
    • 4.6.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry
  • 4.7 Insights into Technological Advancements in the Industry
  • 4.8 Impact of COVID-19 on the Market

5. MARKET SEGMENTATION

  • 5.1 By Distribution Channel
    • 5.1.1 Supermarkets/Hypermarkets
    • 5.1.2 Speciality Stores
    • 5.1.3 Online Stores
  • 5.2 By Geography
    • 5.2.1 North America
    • 5.2.1.1 United States
    • 5.2.1.2 Canada
    • 5.2.1.3 Rest of North America
    • 5.2.2 Europe
    • 5.2.2.1 United Kingdom
    • 5.2.2.2 Germany
    • 5.2.2.3 France
    • 5.2.2.4 Russia
    • 5.2.2.5 Italy
    • 5.2.2.6 Spain
    • 5.2.2.7 Rest of Europe
    • 5.2.3 Asia-Pacific
    • 5.2.3.1 India
    • 5.2.3.2 China
    • 5.2.3.3 Japan
    • 5.2.3.4 Australia
    • 5.2.3.5 Rest of Asia-Pacific
    • 5.2.4 South America
    • 5.2.4.1 Brazil
    • 5.2.4.2 Argentina
    • 5.2.4.3 Rest of South America
    • 5.2.5 Middle East and Africa
    • 5.2.5.1 United Arab Emirates
    • 5.2.5.2 South Africa
    • 5.2.5.3 Rest of Middle East and Africa

6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

  • 6.1 Market Concentration Overview
  • 6.2 Company Profiles
    • 6.2.1 Rainbow Grocery
    • 6.2.2 Loop
    • 6.2.3 Zero Waste Eco Store
    • 6.2.4 Carrefour
    • 6.2.5 The Refill Shoppe
    • 6.2.6 Just Gaia
    • 6.2.7 Zero Muda
    • 6.2.8 EcoRefill
    • 6.2.9 ecoTopia
    • 6.2.10 Lidl*
  • *List Not Exhaustive

7. FUTURE MARKET TRENDS

8. DISCLAIMER AND ABOUT US

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Zero-Waste Grocery Stores Industry Segmentation

Zero-waste refers to eliminating garbage by reusing, composting, and recycling as much as possible. In the grocery aisle, zero-waste shopping means bringing reusable bags and containers, selecting foods without plastic packaging, or purchasing items in glass or metal containers that can easily be repurposed. The zero-waste grocery store market is segmented by distribution channel and geography. By distribution channel, the market is segmented into supermarkets/hypermarkets, specialty stores, and online stores. By geography, the market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, South America, and the Middle East and Africa. The report offers market size and forecasts for the zero-waste grocery stores market in value (USD) for all the above segments.

By Distribution Channel Supermarkets/Hypermarkets
Speciality Stores
Online Stores
By Geography North America United States
Canada
Rest of North America
Europe United Kingdom
Germany
France
Russia
Italy
Spain
Rest of Europe
Asia-Pacific India
China
Japan
Australia
Rest of Asia-Pacific
South America Brazil
Argentina
Rest of South America
Middle East and Africa United Arab Emirates
South Africa
Rest of Middle East and Africa
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Zero-Waste Grocery Stores Market Research FAQs

How big is the Zero-Waste Grocery Stores Market?

The Zero-Waste Grocery Stores Market size is expected to reach USD 290.90 billion in 2025 and grow at a CAGR of 7.87% to reach USD 424.87 billion by 2030.

What is the current Zero-Waste Grocery Stores Market size?

In 2025, the Zero-Waste Grocery Stores Market size is expected to reach USD 290.90 billion.

Who are the key players in Zero-Waste Grocery Stores Market?

Rainbow Grocery, Loop, Carrefour, The Refill Shoppe and Zero Waste Eco Store are the major companies operating in the Zero-Waste Grocery Stores Market.

Which is the fastest growing region in Zero-Waste Grocery Stores Market?

Asia Pacific is estimated to grow at the highest CAGR over the forecast period (2025-2030).

Which region has the biggest share in Zero-Waste Grocery Stores Market?

In 2025, the North America accounts for the largest market share in Zero-Waste Grocery Stores Market.

What years does this Zero-Waste Grocery Stores Market cover, and what was the market size in 2024?

In 2024, the Zero-Waste Grocery Stores Market size was estimated at USD 268.01 billion. The report covers the Zero-Waste Grocery Stores Market historical market size for years: 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the Zero-Waste Grocery Stores Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.

Zero-Waste Grocery Stores Industry Report

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