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Apetit Sustainability Profile

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Apetit Plc, a prominent player in the Finnish food industry, is headquartered in Finland and operates extensively across the Nordic region. Founded in 1946, the company has established itself as a leader in the production and marketing of frozen and convenience foods, particularly focusing on vegetables and plant-based products. Apetit is renowned for its commitment to quality and sustainability, offering a diverse range of products that cater to health-conscious consumers. Their unique approach combines traditional Finnish culinary practices with modern food technology, ensuring fresh and nutritious options. With a strong market position, Apetit has achieved notable milestones, including innovations in plant-based offerings that align with current dietary trends. The company continues to enhance its reputation as a trusted brand, dedicated to promoting healthy eating and sustainable practices in the food sector.

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44

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Sugar Processing industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

9

Industry Benchmark

Apetit's score of 44 is higher than 73% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

73%

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Apetit's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Apetit Oyj reported total carbon emissions of approximately 245,100,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 6,251,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 63,000 kg CO2e (market-based) and 17,000 kg CO2e (location-based). The majority of emissions stemmed from Scope 3, which accounted for about 238,410,000 kg CO2e, primarily from purchased goods and services (approximately 209,800,800 kg CO2e). Apetit has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 75% by 2025, using 2019 as the baseline year. This target reflects a strong commitment to sustainability and aligns with industry standards for carbon reduction. Additionally, Apetit is committed to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, as part of its long-term climate strategy. The company has demonstrated a proactive approach to emissions management, with a notable reduction in Scope 1 emissions from approximately 4,229,000 kg CO2e in 2023 to 6,251,000 kg CO2e in 2024, indicating a focus on improving operational efficiency and reducing direct emissions. Apetit’s climate initiatives are not only crucial for compliance but also enhance its reputation in the food and beverage processing sector, where sustainability is increasingly becoming a competitive advantage.

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20202021202220232024
Scope 1
814,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 2
13,741,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
00,000
Scope 3
233,840,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Apetit's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Apetit's primary industry is Sugar Processing, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Apetit's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Apetit is in FI, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Apetit's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Apetit's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 0% last year and increased by approximately 2% since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 88% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
88%
Use of Sold Products
3%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
2%
Capital Goods
2%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
2%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%

Apetit's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Apetit has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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