ARCOR
ARCOR, officially known as Arcor S.A.I.C., is a leading player in the confectionery and food industry, headquartered in Argentina. Founded in 1951, the company has established a strong presence across Latin America, with significant operations in Brazil and Chile. Specialising in a diverse range of products, ARCOR is renowned for its high-quality chocolates, biscuits, and snacks, which are distinguished by their innovative flavours and premium ingredients. The company has achieved notable milestones, including becoming one of the largest confectionery manufacturers in the region. With a commitment to sustainability and quality, ARCOR continues to strengthen its market position, earning recognition for its contributions to the food sector and its dedication to consumer satisfaction.
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ARCOR's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, ARCOR reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,817,521,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 259,870,000 kg CO2e, which are primarily from stationary combustion and fugitive emissions. Additionally, Scope 3 emissions accounted for approximately 1,338,127,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from the processing of sold products and purchased goods and services. Comparatively, in 2022, ARCOR's total emissions were about 808,433,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 239,764,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions at around 335,867,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a substantial increase in emissions from 2022 to 2023. Despite the increase in emissions, ARCOR has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. The absence of documented reduction commitments suggests a need for further transparency regarding their climate strategies. As a major player in the food industry, ARCOR's emissions profile reflects the broader challenges faced by the sector in addressing climate change.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 297,910,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 261,765,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | 369,613,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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ARCOR 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.
