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.
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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 74 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Aak's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, AAK reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 4,200,000,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 227,285,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 67,366,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and a significant 4,176,697,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). This represents a slight decrease in total emissions from 2023, where total emissions were about 4,429,357,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 260,834,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 55,107,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 4,113,416,000 kg CO2e. AAK has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 50% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company targets a 46.2% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services and upstream transportation and distribution by the same year. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect AAK's commitment to sustainability and climate resilience. The company also aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions per processed unit of raw material by 22% by 2030, compared to a 2012 baseline. Furthermore, AAK has committed to ensuring that 10.3% of its suppliers by emissions will have science-based targets by 2027, reinforcing its supply chain sustainability efforts. Overall, AAK's climate strategy is focused on significant emissions reductions across all scopes, demonstrating a proactive approach to addressing climate change and contributing to global sustainability goals.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 256,124,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 107,614,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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