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 greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 94751000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 510280000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 536584000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. This reflects a commitment to transparency in their emissions reporting across all three scopes. Americold has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming for a 30% reduction in both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year. This commitment underscores their proactive approach to mitigating climate impact and aligns with industry standards for sustainability. In previous years, emissions were recorded as follows: in 2022, Scope 1 emissions were about 102340000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions were approximately 546894000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalled around 611634000 kg CO2e. In 2021, the figures were 73515000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 585904000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 1067697000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. Americold's ongoing efforts to reduce emissions reflect a broader commitment to sustainability within the real estate sector, although they have not yet committed to a net-zero target. Their initiatives are crucial in addressing climate change and promoting environmental responsibility in their operations.
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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.
