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Ardo

Ardo, officially known as Ardo Group, is a leading player in the frozen food industry, headquartered in Belgium. Established in 1980, the company has grown significantly, with major operational regions across Europe, particularly in Belgium, France, and the UK. Ardo specialises in the production and distribution of high-quality frozen vegetables, herbs, and ready-to-eat meals, setting itself apart through its commitment to sustainability and innovation. With a focus on maintaining the freshness and nutritional value of its products, Ardo employs advanced freezing techniques that preserve taste and quality. The company has achieved notable market recognition, positioning itself as a trusted supplier for both retail and food service sectors. Ardo's dedication to quality and sustainability has earned it a strong reputation, making it a preferred choice for consumers seeking convenient and healthy meal options.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Ardo's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

41

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Food Product Manufacturing 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.

5

Industry Benchmark

Ardo's score of 41 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Ardo's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Ardo Foods NV reported total carbon emissions of approximately 54293,000 kg CO2e, comprising 54293,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 54293,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, their Scope 3 emissions reached about 606618,000 kg CO2e. This marks a reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions from 68083,000 kg CO2e in 2022, indicating a commitment to lowering their carbon footprint. Ardo has set near-term reduction targets, demonstrating their commitment to sustainability within the food and beverage processing sector. However, they have not yet committed to a net-zero target. The company continues to focus on reducing emissions, with a reported production emission factor of 105.0 kg CO2e per tonne for 2023, down from 108.0 kg CO2e per tonne in 2022. Overall, Ardo's emissions data reflects a proactive approach to climate commitments, with ongoing efforts to reduce their environmental impact while operating from their headquarters in Belgium.

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Scope 1
71,195,000
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Scope 2
71,195,000
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Scope 3
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000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Ardo's primary industry is Food products nec, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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. Ardo is headquartered in BE, which has a rank of very low, indicating very low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Ardo 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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