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 2023, Orkla ASA reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 1,154,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising Scope 1 emissions of about 102,949,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 51,985,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching around 3,140,917,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its 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 Scope 3 emissions by 42% by 2030 from a 2020 base year. 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. The company also commits to reducing Scope 3 emissions related to forestry, agriculture, and land use (FLAG) by 30.3% by 2030 and 72% by 2045. Furthermore, Orkla ASA has pledged to eliminate deforestation linked to its primary commodities by December 31, 2025. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Orkla's commitment to sustainable practices in the food and beverage processing sector.
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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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