American Peanut Council
The American Peanut Council (APC), headquartered in the United States, is a pivotal organisation within the peanut industry, representing growers, processors, and manufacturers. Founded in 1933, APC has played a significant role in promoting the health benefits and culinary versatility of peanuts, while advocating for sustainable farming practices across major peanut-producing regions. Specialising in research, marketing, and education, the American Peanut Council focuses on enhancing the market position of peanuts through innovative initiatives and partnerships. Their core offerings include a variety of peanut products, renowned for their quality and nutritional value. With a commitment to sustainability and community engagement, APC has established itself as a leader in the industry, contributing to the growth and development of the peanut market in the US and beyond.
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American Peanut Council's reported carbon emissions
In 2021, the American Peanut Council reported total carbon emissions of approximately 0.27 kg CO2e, broken down into Scope 1 emissions of about 0.08 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of about 0.05 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of about 0.14 kg CO2e. Within Scope 3, significant contributors included purchased goods and services at approximately 151.5 kg CO2e, alongside minimal emissions from waste generated in operations and upstream transportation and distribution, each at about 0.05 kg CO2e. Currently, the American Peanut Council has not established specific reduction targets or initiatives, nor have they committed to any formal climate pledges. However, they are actively involved in addressing greenhouse gas emissions associated with peanut production, with reported emissions of approximately 151.5 kg CO2e per tonne of peanuts produced. This reflects their commitment to sustainability within the industry, although further details on specific reduction strategies or targets are not available.
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Add to project| 2021 | |
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| Scope 1 | 0.08 |
| Scope 2 | 0.05 |
| Scope 3 | 0.14 |
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American Peanut Council is not committed to any 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.
