Hero
Hero Group, headquartered in Switzerland (CH), is a prominent player in the food and beverage industry, renowned for its high-quality products and innovative solutions. Founded in 1886, the company has established a strong presence in various operational regions, including Europe and North America. Hero Group is best known for its extensive range of fruit-based products, including jams, baby food, and snacks, which are distinguished by their commitment to natural ingredients and sustainability. The company has achieved significant milestones, such as expanding its product lines and enhancing its market reach, solidifying its position as a trusted brand among consumers. With a focus on quality and innovation, Hero Group continues to lead the market, earning accolades for its dedication to health-conscious offerings and environmental responsibility.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Hero's score of 32 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Hero's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Hero reported total carbon emissions of approximately 623,214,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 33,417,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 5,504,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 584,293,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Comparatively, in 2022, Hero's total emissions were about 728,103,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 38,766,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 5,700,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 683,637,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a notable reduction in total emissions of approximately 104,889,000 kg CO2e year-on-year. In 2021, the company reported total emissions of around 748,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 39,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 10,500,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 698,500,000 kg CO2e. Despite these reductions, Hero has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or any formal climate pledges. The company continues to focus on improving its emissions intensity, with reported figures of 2,500 kg CO2e per tonne of product in 2023 and 1,300 kg CO2e per tonne in 2022. Hero's headquarters is located in Switzerland (CH), and the company is committed to addressing its carbon footprint through ongoing monitoring and reporting of emissions across all scopes.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 39,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 10,500,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 698,500,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Hero is not committed to any 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.
