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 1,094,374,000 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 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 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year. This commitment underscores their proactive approach to mitigating climate impact within the logistics and real estate sectors. The company has demonstrated a significant increase in emissions over the years, with Scope 1 emissions rising from 7,351,000 kg CO2e in 2021 to 94,751,000 kg CO2e in 2023. Similarly, Scope 2 emissions increased from 585,904,000 kg CO2e in 2021 to 510,280,000 kg CO2e in 2023, while Scope 3 emissions also saw fluctuations, indicating the complexities of managing emissions across their supply chain. Americold's climate commitments reflect a growing recognition of the need for sustainable practices in the cold storage and logistics industry, aligning with global efforts to reduce carbon footprints and combat climate change.
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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.
