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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Dole's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Dole's carbon emissions totalled approximately 145,640 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 emissions. This data reflects a commitment to transparency in their environmental impact, with emissions reported across all three scopes. In 2022, Dole reported a significantly higher total of about 7,095,522,000 kg CO2e globally, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 842,360,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at about 101,085,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching approximately 6,194,758,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a substantial carbon footprint, particularly from Scope 3 emissions, which often encompass the majority of emissions in the food production sector. Dole has not specified any formal reduction targets or initiatives, such as those aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The absence of documented reduction targets suggests a need for further commitment to climate action within the industry context. Overall, Dole's emissions data highlights the challenges faced by the agricultural sector in managing carbon outputs, while their lack of specific reduction commitments indicates an area for potential improvement in their sustainability strategy.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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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.
