Barry Callebaut
Barry Callebaut, a leading global manufacturer of high-quality chocolate and cocoa products, is headquartered in Switzerland (CH). Founded in 1996 through the merger of Callebaut and Barry, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including Europe, North America, and Asia-Pacific. Specialising in the chocolate and cocoa industry, Barry Callebaut offers a diverse range of products, including gourmet chocolate, cocoa powders, and innovative solutions for various applications. Their commitment to sustainability and quality sets them apart in the market. With a robust market position, Barry Callebaut is recognised for its significant achievements, including being the largest chocolate manufacturer worldwide. The company continues to lead the industry with its dedication to innovation and customer-centric solutions.
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Barry Callebaut's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Barry Callebaut reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 7,850,000,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 118,777,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 128,327,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 13,168,697,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute greenhouse gas emissions by 35% across all scopes by 2025, using 2018 as the baseline year. This target includes biogenic emissions and removals from bioenergy feedstocks. Looking towards the future, Barry Callebaut has established long-term goals to achieve net-zero emissions across its value chain by 2050. This includes a significant reduction target of 90% for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2050, as well as a 90% reduction for Scope 3 emissions. Additionally, the company aims to reduce Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services, capital goods, and other categories by 25% by 2030. Barry Callebaut's commitment to sustainability is further underscored by its pledge to eliminate deforestation linked to its primary commodities by December 31, 2025. These initiatives reflect the company's dedication to addressing climate change and promoting sustainable practices within the food and beverage processing sector.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 7,830,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 150,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 7,820,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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