Bakkavor Sustainability Profile
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 total carbon emissions of approximately 107,276,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2 combined, with Scope 1 emissions at about 58,576,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 39,200,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 42% by 2030 from a 2021 baseline. Additionally, Bakkavor is committed to achieving 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. Bakkavor's long-term targets include a significant reduction of 90% in absolute emissions across all scopes by 2050, with specific near-term goals to cut 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 the company's commitment to sustainable practices in the food and beverage processing sector.
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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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Bakkavor's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Bakkavor's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 1% last year and decreased by approximately 13% since 2021, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 82% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Bakkavor'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.
Bakkavor has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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