Ardent Mills
Ardent Mills, a leading flour milling and ingredient company, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across North America. Founded in 2014, Ardent Mills emerged from the merger of several prominent milling companies, quickly establishing itself as a key player in the grain-based foods industry. The company offers a diverse range of products, including flour, whole grains, and customised blends, catering to the needs of bakers, food manufacturers, and foodservice operators. Ardent Mills is renowned for its commitment to quality and innovation, leveraging advanced milling technology and sustainable practices. With a strong market position, Ardent Mills has achieved notable milestones, such as its extensive network of mills and distribution centres, which ensures reliable supply and service. The company continues to lead in the industry by focusing on customer collaboration and product development.
DitchCarbon Score
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Ardent Mills's score of 13 is higher than 88% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Ardent Mills's reported carbon emissions
In 2021, Ardent Mills reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,918,257,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes emissions from Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 sources. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions accounted for about 211,740,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions were significantly higher at approximately 3,706,517,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions, which encompass a range of activities including business travel and purchased goods and services, also totalled around 3,706,517,000 kg CO2e. Despite the substantial emissions figures, there are currently no publicly disclosed reduction targets or initiatives from Ardent Mills aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. The absence of specific climate commitments or targets suggests that the company may still be in the early stages of developing a comprehensive climate strategy. As the industry increasingly prioritises sustainability, it will be essential for Ardent Mills to establish clear goals to align with global climate efforts.
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Add to project| 2021 | |
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| Scope 1 | 211,740,000 |
| Scope 2 | 3,706,517,000 |
| Scope 3 | 3,706,517,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Ardent Mills 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.
