Darling Ingredients
Darling Ingredients Inc., a leading player in the sustainable food and feed industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1882, the company has evolved significantly, establishing a strong presence across North America and internationally. Specialising in the conversion of edible and inedible by-products into high-quality ingredients, Darling Ingredients focuses on areas such as animal nutrition, renewable energy, and biofuels. The company’s core products include protein meals, fats, and other essential ingredients that cater to diverse markets, setting them apart through their commitment to sustainability and innovation. With a robust market position, Darling Ingredients has achieved notable milestones, including strategic acquisitions that enhance their operational capabilities and expand their global reach. Their dedication to environmental stewardship and resource recovery continues to drive their success in the industry.
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How does Darling Ingredients's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Darling Ingredients's score of 36 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Darling Ingredients's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Darling Ingredients reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,949,272,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 410,264,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 15,470,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects their ongoing commitment to sustainability within the food production sector, particularly in animal source food production. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, aiming for a 42% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, based on 2020 levels, with aspirations for net zero emissions by 2050. This commitment is part of their broader strategy to address climate change and align with science-based targets, as they are a committed member of the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Darling Ingredients' emissions intensity metrics indicate a focus on improving efficiency, with reported emissions intensities of 149,000 kg CO2e per kiloton of raw material and 370 kg CO2e per USD of net revenue in 2021. The company continues to work towards these goals, demonstrating a proactive approach to reducing its environmental impact while maintaining operational growth.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,365,763,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 420,977,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 312,521,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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