Arko Sustainability Profile
Arko, officially known as Arko Corp, is a prominent player in the consumer goods industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1999, the company has established itself as a leader in the production of high-quality personal care and household products, with a strong operational presence across North America and Europe. Arko is renowned for its innovative range of shaving and grooming products, including its flagship brand, Arko Shaving Cream, which is celebrated for its unique formulation and exceptional performance. The company has achieved significant milestones, including expanding its product line and enhancing its market reach, solidifying its position as a trusted name in personal care. With a commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, Arko continues to thrive in a competitive market, consistently delivering products that meet the evolving needs of consumers.
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Arko's score of 32 is higher than 54% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Arko's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Arko Corp., headquartered in the US, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 25,364,409,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 36,218,000 kg CO2e, which consist of direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 123,952,000 kg CO2e, representing indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity. Notably, the majority of their emissions fall under Scope 3, amounting to around 25,204,239,000 kg CO2e, primarily from fuel and energy-related activities. Comparatively, in 2022, Arko's total emissions were about 22,306,626,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 36,117,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at around 91,870,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions for that year were about 22,178,639,000 kg CO2e. Despite these substantial figures, Arko Corp. has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. The absence of documented reduction strategies suggests a need for further action in addressing their carbon footprint. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent company, indicating that these figures are solely attributed to Arko Corp. itself.
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| 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 36,117,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 91,870,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 22,178,639,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Arko's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Arko's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 14% last year and increased by approximately 14% since 2022, 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 "Fuel and Energy Related Activities" representing nearly all of their reported Scope 3 footprint.
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Arko'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.
Arko has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
