Rcl
RCL Foods, a leading player in the South African food industry, is headquartered in ZA and operates extensively across the region. Founded in 1960, the company has established itself as a key provider of high-quality food products, specialising in poultry, grocery, and pet food sectors. With a diverse portfolio that includes well-known brands, RCL Foods is recognised for its commitment to innovation and sustainability, setting it apart in a competitive market. The company has achieved significant milestones, including strategic acquisitions and expansions that have bolstered its market position. RCL Foods is dedicated to delivering exceptional value through its core offerings, which are designed to meet the evolving needs of consumers. Its focus on quality and sustainability has earned it a reputable standing within the industry, making it a trusted choice for customers across Southern Africa.
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Rcl's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, RCL Foods reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,000,798,000 kg CO2e, comprising 526,316,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 474,482,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This reflects a slight decrease from 2023, where total emissions were about 1,035,808,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 527,733,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 508,075,000 kg CO2e. Over the past few years, RCL has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, with a long-term goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. This commitment, initiated in 2023, underscores their dedication to a timely and just transition to a net-zero economy. RCL Foods has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, which typically includes indirect emissions from the supply chain and product use. The company continues to focus on improving its emissions intensity, with reported values of 29.0 kg CO2e per unit of production for Scope 1 and 2 emissions in 2024. As RCL progresses towards its climate commitments, it remains essential for the company to enhance transparency and set specific reduction targets for all emission scopes.
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| 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,002,215,000 | 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 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,150,473,000 | 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 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 541,119,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Rcl is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
