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Arla Foods, Inc.

Arla Foods, Inc., a prominent player in the dairy industry, is headquartered in California and operates extensively across North America. Founded in 2000, the company has established itself as a leader in producing high-quality dairy products, including milk, cheese, and butter, with a strong emphasis on sustainability and innovation. Arla Foods is renowned for its commitment to natural ingredients and responsible farming practices, setting it apart in a competitive market. With a focus on delivering nutritious and delicious products, the company has achieved significant milestones, including expanding its product range and enhancing its market presence. As a cooperative owned by dairy farmers, Arla Foods prioritises quality and community, making it a trusted choice for consumers seeking wholesome dairy options. Its dedication to excellence has solidified its position as a key player in the North American dairy sector.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Arla Foods, Inc.'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.

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Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Dairy Processing 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.

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Industry Benchmark

Arla Foods, Inc.'s score of 34 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Arla Foods, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Arla Foods, Inc. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 18,141,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 508,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 152,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 18,141,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. This indicates a slight increase in Scope 1 emissions compared to 2022, where they were about 477,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions decreased from approximately 218,000 kg CO2e in 2022. Over the years, Arla's emissions have shown fluctuations. In 2020, the company recorded approximately 18,625,000 kg CO2e in Scope 3 emissions, which increased to about 19,050,000 kg CO2e in 2021. However, by 2022, Scope 3 emissions decreased to around 18,407,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, Arla Foods has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests that while the company is aware of its emissions, it may not have formalised commitments to reduce them in line with industry standards or climate pledges. Overall, Arla Foods, Inc. continues to navigate its carbon emissions landscape, with a significant portion of its emissions stemming from Scope 3, which typically includes indirect emissions from the supply chain and product lifecycle.

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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Arla Foods, Inc.'s primary industry is Dairy products, 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. Arla Foods, Inc. is headquartered in CA, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Arla Foods, Inc. 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.

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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