Ardent Mills
Ardent Mills, a leading flour milling and ingredient company, is headquartered in Denver, Colorado, with operations across North America. Founded in 2014, Ardent Mills has quickly established itself in the grain industry, focusing on flour, whole grains, and custom blends. The company prides itself on its commitment to quality and innovation, offering unique products that cater to diverse customer needs, including organic and gluten-free options. With a robust network of mills and distribution centres, Ardent Mills serves a wide range of markets, from baking to food service. The company has achieved notable milestones, including the introduction of advanced milling technologies and sustainable practices. As a trusted partner in the food industry, Ardent Mills continues to enhance its market position through a dedication to customer service and product excellence.
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Ardent Mills's score of 10 is lower than 96% 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 3.9 million tonnes CO2e. This figure includes 211,740 tonnes CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which are direct emissions from owned or controlled sources. The majority of their emissions, about 3.7 million tonnes CO2e, fall under Scope 2 and Scope 3 categories, primarily driven by purchased goods and services, business travel, and waste generated in operations. While specific reduction targets were not detailed in the available data, Ardent Mills is actively engaged in climate initiatives, as evidenced by their participation in the CDP (formerly the Carbon Disclosure Project). Their commitment to addressing climate change reflects a broader industry trend towards sustainability and emissions reduction.
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Add to project2021 | |
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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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Ardent Mills is committed to some 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.
