Agropur Cooperative
Agropur Cooperative, a leading player in the dairy industry, is headquartered in Canada and operates extensively across North America. Founded in 1938, Agropur has grown significantly, evolving into one of the largest dairy cooperatives in the region. The company is renowned for its diverse range of products, including milk, cheese, and yogurt, all crafted with a commitment to quality and sustainability. With a focus on innovation, Agropur stands out for its unique offerings, such as specialty cheeses and organic dairy products. The cooperative's dedication to excellence has earned it a prominent market position, recognised for its contributions to the dairy sector and its strong community ties. Through strategic growth and a commitment to its members, Agropur continues to set benchmarks in the industry.
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Agropur Cooperative's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Agropur Cooperative reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 449,615,000 kg CO2e, a slight decrease from 453,278,000 kg CO2e in 2023. The emissions data primarily covers Scope 1 and 2, with no disclosed Scope 3 emissions for these years. Over the past few years, Agropur has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, with a target to achieve a 30% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by FY2031, using FY2019 as the baseline year. This commitment is part of a broader strategy aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which also includes a 24% reduction in Scope 3 emissions per kg of milk processed within the same timeframe. Agropur has set long-term goals to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050, recognising its significant role in the dairy value chain. The cooperative's emissions reduction targets are cascaded from its parent organisation, Agropur Dairy Cooperative, which has established these initiatives to align with industry standards and climate commitments. The cooperative is also committed to no deforestation across its primary commodities by December 31, 2025. Overall, Agropur's climate strategy reflects a proactive approach to sustainability, aiming to significantly lower its greenhouse gas emissions while contributing to global climate goals.
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