Bakkavor
Bakkavor Group plc, commonly known as Bakkavor, is a leading provider of fresh prepared foods, headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1986, the company has established a strong presence in the UK, as well as in the United States and China, focusing on the ready meals, salads, and desserts sectors. Bakkavor is renowned for its commitment to quality and innovation, offering a diverse range of products that cater to the evolving tastes of consumers. With a robust supply chain and a dedication to sustainability, Bakkavor has positioned itself as a market leader in the fresh food industry. Notable achievements include significant growth in international markets and a reputation for excellence in food safety and product development.
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Bakkavor's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Bakkavor Group plc reported significant carbon emissions, with total Scope 1 emissions of approximately 76,072,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of about 31,204,000 kg CO2e globally. In the UK specifically, the company recorded Scope 1 emissions of around 58,576,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of about 39,200,000 kg CO2e. The total Scope 3 emissions were notably high at approximately 857,294,000 kg CO2e, primarily driven by purchased goods and services. Bakkavor has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 42% by 2030 from a 2021 baseline. Additionally, the company plans to achieve net-zero operational emissions (Scopes 1 and 2) by 2040 and aims for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. Furthermore, Bakkavor is committed to reducing Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services by 42% within the same timeframe. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Bakkavor's commitment to sustainable practices in the food and beverage processing sector. The company also pledges to eliminate deforestation linked to its primary commodities by the end of 2025. Overall, Bakkavor's climate strategy demonstrates a proactive approach to addressing its carbon footprint and contributing to global climate goals.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 112,392,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 80,606,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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