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Orkla ASA

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.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Orkla ASA'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.

72

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Food Product Manufacturing industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

15

Industry Benchmark

Orkla ASA's score of 72 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Orkla ASA's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Orkla ASA reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 3,140,917,000 kg CO2e, comprising 102,949,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 51,985,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 3,140,917,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2045. Orkla ASA has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 65% by 2025 and 70% by 2030, using 2016 as the base year. Additionally, the company aims to cut absolute Scope 3 emissions by 42% by 2030 from a 2020 base year. For its Forest, Land, and Agriculture (FLAG) emissions, Orkla has committed to a 30.3% reduction by 2030. Long-term goals include a 90% reduction in both Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2045, as well as a 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by the same year. These targets encompass land-related emissions and removals from bioenergy feedstocks, reflecting Orkla's commitment to sustainable practices and responsible sourcing. Overall, Orkla ASA's climate strategy aligns with industry standards and demonstrates a proactive approach to addressing climate change, contributing to a more sustainable future.

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Scope 2
167,239,000
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Scope 3
3,921,106,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Orkla ASA's primary industry is Food products nec, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Orkla ASA is headquartered in NO, which has a rank of very low, indicating very low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Orkla ASA is committed to some reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero

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