Orkla ASA, a leading player in the consumer goods sector, is headquartered in Oslo, Norway. Founded in 1654, the company has evolved significantly, establishing a strong presence across the Nordic and Baltic regions, as well as in Central and Eastern Europe. Orkla operates primarily in the food, confectionery, and personal care industries, offering a diverse range of products that include well-known brands in snacks, frozen foods, and household items. With a commitment to quality and sustainability, Orkla's unique approach combines traditional craftsmanship with modern innovation, ensuring that their offerings meet the evolving needs of consumers. The company has achieved notable market positions, consistently ranking among the top suppliers in its sectors, and has received recognition for its efforts in corporate social responsibility. Through strategic acquisitions and a focus on brand development, Orkla ASA continues to strengthen its influence in the global marketplace.
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In 2024, Orkla ASA reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 6,582,567,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions accounted for about 108,116,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions were approximately 7,003,000 kg CO2e (market-based) and 46,925,000 kg CO2e (location-based). The majority of emissions, around 6,467,449,000 kg CO2e, originated from Scope 3, which includes emissions from the supply chain and product use. Orkla has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions across its entire value chain by 2045, as validated by the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The company has established interim targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 65% by 2025 and 70% by 2030, using 2016 as the base year. Furthermore, Orkla aims to achieve a 90% reduction in these emissions by 2045. For Scope 3 emissions, the targets include a 30% reduction by 2025 and a 50% reduction by 2030, with a long-term goal of 90% reduction by 2045. These commitments reflect Orkla's dedication to aligning with the Paris Agreement and addressing climate change effectively. The company has already made progress, reporting a 62% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions from its operations, indicating a strong trajectory towards its 2025 targets.
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2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 136,424,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 167,239,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 3,921,106,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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