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BE
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Alpro Sustainability Profile

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Alpro, a leading brand in the plant-based food industry, is headquartered in Belgium (BE) and operates extensively across Europe. Founded in 1980, Alpro has established itself as a pioneer in the production of plant-based alternatives, focusing on soy, almond, coconut, and oat products. The company offers a diverse range of dairy-free beverages, yoghurts, and desserts, all crafted to meet the growing demand for sustainable and healthy food options. Alpro's commitment to quality and innovation has positioned it as a market leader, recognised for its dedication to environmental sustainability and nutritional excellence. With a strong presence in the European market, Alpro continues to achieve significant milestones, contributing to the shift towards plant-based diets and promoting a healthier lifestyle for consumers.

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74

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Food Product Manufacturing 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.

15

Industry Benchmark

Alpro's score of 74 is higher than 86% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Alpro's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Alpro, headquartered in Belgium, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,646,320 kg CO2e. This figure includes 178,890 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 170 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 4,477,960 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, primarily from purchased goods and services. Alpro's emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, Danone S.A., which influences its sustainability initiatives and targets. Alpro is committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions in its operations by 2030, aligning with Danone's broader climate commitments. The company has set ambitious reduction targets, particularly focusing on Scope 1 emissions, while also addressing Scope 2 and 3 emissions through various initiatives. Historically, Alpro's Scope 1 emissions have fluctuated, with 261,040 kg CO2e reported in 2022 and 250,890 kg CO2e in 2021. The company is actively working towards reducing its carbon footprint and enhancing its sustainability practices, reflecting a growing commitment to climate action within the food and beverage industry.

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Scope 2
13,492,000
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Scope 3
76,484,000
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How Carbon Intensive is Alpro's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Alpro's primary industry is Food Product Manufacturing, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Alpro's Location?

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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 Alpro is in BE, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Alpro's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Alpro's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 98% last year and decreased by approximately 94% since 2008, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" representing nearly all of their reported Scope 3 footprint.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Purchased Goods and Services
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Alpro's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Alpro has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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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