Associazione Frutticoltori Estense
Associazione Frutticoltori Estense, commonly known as AFE, is a prominent organisation based in Italy, primarily operating in the Emilia-Romagna region. Founded in the early 2000s, AFE has established itself within the fruit cultivation industry, focusing on the production and promotion of high-quality fruit varieties. The association is dedicated to supporting local fruit growers, offering services that enhance agricultural practices and market access. AFE is particularly known for its commitment to sustainable farming methods, which sets it apart in a competitive market. With a strong emphasis on innovation and quality, AFE has achieved notable recognition for its contributions to the fruit sector, positioning itself as a leader in the promotion of regional produce.
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Associazione Frutticoltori Estense's reported carbon emissions
In 2021, Associazione Frutticoltori Estense (A.F.E. Soc. Coop. Agricola) reported carbon emissions of approximately 6,666,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (purchased electricity) and about 2,298,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 (purchased goods and services). This reflects a slight decrease in Scope 2 emissions from 6,785,000 kg CO2e in 2020 and 6,769,000 kg CO2e in 2019, while Scope 3 emissions also decreased from 2,574,000 kg CO2e in 2019 and 2,384,000 kg CO2e in 2020. A.F.E. has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 greenhouse gas emissions by 46.2% by 2030 from a 2019 baseline. Additionally, the cooperative plans to increase its sourcing of renewable electricity from 76.5% in 2019 to 100% by 2030. For Scope 3 emissions, which include those from purchased goods and services, upstream and downstream transportation, A.F.E. targets a reduction of 27.5% by 2030. Furthermore, the organisation commits to reducing its FLAG (Forest, Land, Agriculture, and Greenhouse Gas) emissions by 33.3% by 2030 and maintaining a no-deforestation policy across its primary commodities linked to deforestation. These initiatives align with industry standards for climate action, demonstrating A.F.E.'s commitment to sustainability and reducing its carbon footprint in the agricultural sector.
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Add to project| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - |
| Scope 2 | 6,769,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 2,574,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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