Aak
Aak, officially known as AAK AB, is a leading global provider of vegetable oils and fats, headquartered in Sweden (SE). Established in 1871, the company has grown to become a key player in the food and non-food industries, with significant operations across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Specialising in tailored solutions, Aak offers a diverse range of products, including specialty oils and fats for the bakery, confectionery, and dairy sectors. Their commitment to innovation and sustainability sets them apart, ensuring high-quality offerings that meet the evolving needs of their customers. With a strong market position, Aak has achieved notable milestones, including numerous awards for sustainability and product excellence, reinforcing their reputation as a trusted partner in the global oils and fats market.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Aak's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Vegetable Oil Production industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Industry Benchmark
Aak's score of 48 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Aak's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Aak reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,429,357,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 260,834,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 55,107,000 kg CO2e, and a significant Scope 3 contribution of around 4,113,416,000 kg CO2e. This reflects Aak's ongoing commitment to sustainability within the food and beverage processing sector. Aak has set ambitious climate targets, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030, using 2019 as the base year. Additionally, the company is committed to a 46.2% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services, as well as upstream transportation and distribution, also by 2030. Aak has pledged to ensure that 10.3% of its suppliers, based on emissions, will have science-based targets by 2027. Furthermore, Aak is dedicated to achieving no deforestation across its primary deforestation-linked commodities by 2025. These initiatives align with Aak's broader sustainability goals and reflect its commitment to addressing climate change effectively.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 256,124,000 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 107,614,000 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Aak is committed to some 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.
