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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Abel And Cole's score of 26 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 carbon emissions of approximately 26,610,000 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 2022, where total emissions were about 29,665,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 2,682,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 459,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 29,665,000 kg CO2e. Abel & Cole has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2020 as the base year. 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 commitment to reducing their carbon footprint reflects a proactive approach to sustainability in the retail sector, particularly in the context of increasing environmental awareness and regulatory pressures in the UK.
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Add to project| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 3,065,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 511,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 37,369,000 | 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.
