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.
+65 vs industry average
Aak’s score of 78 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Vegetable Oil Production is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Vegetable Oil Production industry has reduced its overall emissions by 38% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Aak's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, AAK reported total carbon emissions of approximately 7.2 billion kg CO2e, comprising 225,701,700 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 65,859,700 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 6,914,506,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This represents a significant commitment to reducing their carbon footprint, with a target to achieve a 50% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, compared to a 2019 baseline. Additionally, AAK aims to reduce absolute Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services and upstream transportation and distribution by 46.2% by the same year. AAK's climate strategy includes a commitment to no deforestation across its primary deforestation-linked commodities by 2025. The company has also set a target for 10.3% of its suppliers, covering purchased goods and services, to have science-based targets by 2027. These initiatives are part of AAK's broader sustainability goals, which align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect their dedication to climate resilience and responsible sourcing practices. The emissions data is sourced directly from AAK AB (publ.) and reflects their ongoing efforts to address climate change and reduce greenhouse gas emissions across all operational scopes.
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Aak’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
4 goals2050
2050 Net-zero emissions and climate resilience
2050 Net-zero emissions and climate resilience
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Emissions comparison with industry peers
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