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Arnotts

Arnotts, officially known as Arnott's Biscuits Holdings Pty Ltd, is a leading Australian biscuit manufacturer headquartered in Sydney, Australia. Founded in 1865, the company has established itself as a cornerstone of the Australian food industry, renowned for its iconic products such as Tim Tams and Shapes. With a strong presence across Australia and New Zealand, Arnotts has consistently delivered high-quality baked goods that resonate with consumers. The company’s commitment to innovation and quality has earned it a prominent market position, making it a household name in the biscuit sector. Arnotts' unique recipes and dedication to using premium ingredients set its products apart, ensuring they remain a favourite among Australians. Over the years, Arnotts has achieved numerous milestones, solidifying its reputation as a trusted brand in the competitive snack food market.

DitchCarbon Score

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18

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.

15

Industry Benchmark

Arnotts's score of 18 is higher than 66% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Arnotts's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, The Arnotts Group reported total carbon emissions of approximately 530,100,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 105,296,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and a significant 695,591,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This highlights the company's substantial carbon footprint, particularly in its supply chain and product lifecycle. Arnotts has committed to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, aligning with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). This long-term commitment reflects their dedication to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and addressing climate change. The company is also a member of the BA1.5 initiative, indicating its ambition to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius. As part of its climate strategy, Arnotts is focused on implementing sustainable practices and reducing emissions throughout its operations and supply chain. While specific near-term reduction targets were previously set, they have since been removed, indicating a potential shift in their approach to climate commitments. Overall, Arnotts is actively working towards a more sustainable future in the food and beverage processing sector.

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2022
Scope 1
53,010,000
Scope 2
105,296,000
Scope 3
695,591,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Arnotts'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. This request for Arnotts is in AU, which has a very high grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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