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Dole

Dole Food Company, Inc., commonly referred to as Dole, is a leading global producer and marketer of fresh fruit and vegetables, headquartered in Ireland (IE). Founded in 1851, Dole has established a significant presence in North America, Europe, and Asia, becoming a key player in the agricultural industry. The company is renowned for its extensive range of products, including bananas, pineapples, and a variety of packaged salads, all distinguished by their commitment to quality and sustainability. Dole's innovative practices and focus on health and nutrition have positioned it as a trusted brand among consumers. With a rich history marked by milestones such as pioneering sustainable farming techniques, Dole continues to achieve notable market success, reinforcing its status as a leader in the fresh produce sector.

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35

Industry Average

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25

Industry Benchmark

Dole's score of 35 is higher than 83% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Dole's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Dole's carbon emissions totalled approximately 146,640 kg CO2e, comprising 140,610 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 4,790 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 1,240 kg CO2e from Scope 3. This represents a slight increase in Scope 1 emissions compared to 2022, where total emissions were about 126,410 kg CO2e (121,670 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 4,450 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 1,790 kg CO2e from Scope 3). Dole has set a significant reduction target to decrease emissions from shipping by 30% by 2030, using 2015 levels as a baseline. This commitment reflects the company's ongoing efforts to enhance sustainability and reduce its overall carbon footprint. Dole's emissions data indicates a comprehensive approach to tracking and managing carbon emissions across all scopes, demonstrating a commitment to transparency and accountability in its climate initiatives.

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202020212022
Scope 1
940,266,000
0,000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 2
80,442,000
000,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
5,885,131,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Dole's primary industry is Other services (93), which is very low 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. This request for Dole is in IE, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Dole 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.

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

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