Abel And Cole
Abel & Cole, a leading organic food delivery service based in Great Britain, has been at the forefront of sustainable food sourcing since its inception in 1988. With its headquarters in London, the company operates extensively across the UK, providing customers with a wide range of organic produce, dairy, and pantry staples. Renowned for its commitment to ethical sourcing and environmental sustainability, Abel & Cole offers a unique selection of seasonal fruits and vegetables, free-range meats, and artisan products. The company has achieved significant milestones, including partnerships with local farmers and producers, ensuring freshness and quality in every delivery. As a pioneer in the organic food industry, Abel & Cole has established a strong market position, recognised for its dedication to reducing food miles and promoting healthy eating.
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How does Abel And Cole'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.
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Abel And Cole's score of 39 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Abel And Cole's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Abel & Cole reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 25,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 1,553,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 486,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 24,861,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marks a significant reduction from previous years, with Scope 1 emissions decreasing from about 3,065,000 kg CO2e in 2021 and Scope 2 emissions down from approximately 511,000 kg CO2e in the same year. Abel & Cole has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 42% by 2030 from a 2020 baseline. Additionally, they are targeting a 53.5% reduction in Scope 3 emissions per tonne of sold product within the same timeframe. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to contribute to limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Overall, Abel & Cole's proactive approach to reducing carbon emissions reflects their commitment to sustainability and climate responsibility within the retail sector in the UK.
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| 2019 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 84,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 30,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 653,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Abel And Cole 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.
