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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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Americold's score of 32 is higher than 88% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Americold's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Americold reported total carbon emissions of approximately 59,631,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 532,561,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 611,634,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions globally. This reflects a significant increase in emissions compared to previous years, particularly in Scope 3, which includes emissions from upstream and downstream activities. In 2021, Americold's emissions were approximately 34,694,500 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 524,857,580 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 1,067,697,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. The company has disclosed emissions data for Scopes 1, 2, and 3, indicating a comprehensive approach to tracking its carbon footprint. Americold has committed to near-term emissions reduction targets, although specific numerical targets have not been detailed. The company is not currently committed to a net-zero target. Previous commitments have been removed or expired, indicating a need for renewed focus on climate action. Overall, Americold's emissions profile highlights the challenges faced by the logistics and real estate sectors in managing carbon emissions, particularly in Scope 3, which often represents the largest share of total emissions. The company’s ongoing efforts to address its carbon footprint will be crucial in aligning with industry standards and climate commitments.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 3,358,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 361,504,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Americold 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.
