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 emissions distributed across various scopes: 108,116,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 7,003,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2, market-based), and a significant 6,467,449,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its emissions, aiming for a 65% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2025, based on a 2016 baseline. This target is part of a broader commitment to achieve net-zero emissions across its entire value chain by 2045. In 2023, Orkla's emissions were reported at 3,140,917,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3, alongside 102,949,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1) and 12,255,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2, market-based). The company is on track to meet its near-term targets, which also include a 70% reduction by 2030 and a 90% reduction by 2045 for Scopes 1 and 2. Orkla ASA's climate commitments are validated by the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi), ensuring alignment with the Paris Agreement. The company also aims to reduce Scope 3 emissions by 42% by 2030 from a 2020 baseline, with specific targets for emissions linked to land use and deforestation. Overall, Orkla ASA is actively working towards significant reductions in its carbon footprint, demonstrating a strong commitment to sustainability and climate action.
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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 |
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