Americold
Americold Realty Trust, commonly known as Americold, is a leading provider of temperature-controlled warehousing and logistics solutions, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1903, the company has established a significant presence across North America, Europe, and Australia, serving a diverse range of industries including food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, and retail. Specialising in cold storage and supply chain management, Americold offers unique services such as integrated logistics and inventory management, ensuring the safe and efficient handling of perishable goods. With a robust network of facilities and a commitment to innovation, Americold has positioned itself as a market leader, recognised for its operational excellence and customer-centric approach. The company continues to achieve notable milestones, reinforcing its status as a trusted partner in the cold chain logistics sector.
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Americold's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Americold reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,094,874,000 kg CO2e, comprising 94,751,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 510,280,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 536,584,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This data highlights the company's significant carbon footprint across all scopes of emissions. Americold has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming for a 30% reduction in both Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year. This commitment reflects the company's proactive approach to mitigating its environmental impact and aligns with industry standards for climate action. The company has not committed to a net-zero target as of now, but its near-term goals demonstrate a clear intention to reduce emissions significantly in the coming years. Americold's ongoing efforts in sustainability are crucial in the context of the global push for reduced carbon emissions in the real estate and logistics sectors.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 3,358,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 361,504,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Americold 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.
