Barentz International, commonly referred to as Barentz, is a leading global distributor of ingredients and raw materials, headquartered in the Netherlands. Established in 1953, the company has expanded its operations across Europe, North America, and Asia, solidifying its presence in the food, pharmaceuticals, and personal care industries. Barentz is renowned for its extensive portfolio of high-quality products, including specialty chemicals, food ingredients, and nutritional solutions. What sets Barentz apart is its commitment to innovation and customer-centric service, ensuring tailored solutions that meet the unique needs of its clients. With a strong market position, Barentz has achieved significant milestones, including strategic acquisitions that enhance its capabilities and reach. The company continues to be a trusted partner for businesses seeking reliable and innovative ingredient solutions in a competitive landscape.
How does Barentz'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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Barentz's score of 39 is higher than 64% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Barentz reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 2, and 3 sources. Specifically, their emissions breakdown includes about 5,194,300 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 2,723,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 1,979,330,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This represents an increase in Scope 1 emissions from 4,323,000 kg CO2e in 2022, while Scope 2 emissions decreased from 4,632,000 kg CO2e in the previous year. Scope 3 emissions also rose from 1,081,280,000 kg CO2e in 2022. Barentz has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments, nor do they participate in initiatives such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The company does not disclose any climate pledges or reduction targets, indicating a potential area for future development in their sustainability strategy. Overall, Barentz's emissions data reflects their operational impact, with a notable emphasis on Scope 3 emissions, which typically encompass the majority of a company's carbon footprint in the supply chain context.
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| 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 4,323,000 | 0,000,000 | 
| Scope 2 | 4,632,000 | 0,000,000 | 
| Scope 3 | 1,081,280,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 
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.
Barentz has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
