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Food Waste Incineration
DE
updated 8 days ago

ALBA plc & Co. KGaA

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ALBA plc & Co. KGaA, headquartered in Germany, is a leading player in the waste management and recycling industry. Founded in 1968, the company has established a strong presence across Europe, particularly in Germany and other major operational regions. ALBA is renowned for its innovative waste disposal solutions and recycling services, focusing on sustainability and resource efficiency. The company offers a diverse range of core services, including waste collection, sorting, and recycling, which are distinguished by their commitment to environmental responsibility and cutting-edge technology. ALBA's market position is bolstered by its notable achievements in promoting circular economy practices, making it a trusted partner for businesses seeking sustainable waste management solutions. With a legacy of excellence, ALBA continues to lead the way in transforming waste into valuable resources.

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How does ALBA plc & Co. KGaA'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.

8

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Food Waste Incineration 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.

14

Industry Benchmark

ALBA plc & Co. KGaA's score of 8 is lower than 64% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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ALBA plc & Co. KGaA's reported carbon emissions

In 2016, ALBA plc & Co. KGaA reported total carbon emissions of approximately 30,312,000 kg CO2e, comprising 5,505,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 24,378,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This marked a decrease from 2015, when total emissions were about 31,528,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 5,853,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 25,347,000 kg CO2e. In 2014, the company recorded total emissions of around 31,615,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions of 6,374,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of 24,882,000 kg CO2e. ALBA plc & Co. KGaA has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 30% reduction in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2035 and achieving net zero emissions by 2060. These targets encompass all scopes of emissions, reflecting a long-term strategy to mitigate climate impact. The company's commitment to sustainability is further detailed in their ESG report, which outlines their approach to reducing emissions over the coming decades. As of now, there are no reported Scope 3 emissions, and the data provided is not cascaded from any parent organization.

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201420152016
Scope 1
6,374,000
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0,000,000
Scope 2
24,882,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. ALBA plc & Co. KGaA's primary industry is Food waste for treatment: incineration, which is very high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for ALBA plc & Co. KGaA is in DE, which has a medium grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

ALBA plc & Co. KGaA is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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