Barilla
Barilla, officially known as Barilla G. e R. Fratelli S.p.A., is a leading Italian food company headquartered in Parma, Italy. Founded in 1877, Barilla has established itself as a prominent player in the global pasta and bakery industry, with significant operations across Europe, North America, and Asia. The company is renowned for its high-quality pasta, sauces, and baked goods, with a commitment to using premium ingredients that reflect Italian culinary traditions. Barilla's innovative approach to product development has led to a diverse range of offerings, including gluten-free and whole grain options, catering to evolving consumer preferences. As a market leader, Barilla has achieved notable milestones, including its recognition as one of the top pasta brands worldwide, underscoring its dedication to quality and sustainability in food production.
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Barilla's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Barilla G. & R. Fratelli S.p.A. reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 4,600,000 kg CO2e across all scopes, with specific emissions of about 232,402 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 201,708 kg CO2e for Scope 2. The Scope 3 emissions were significant, amounting to about 4,602,000 kg CO2e. In 2023, the company reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 227,094 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of about 187,596 kg CO2e globally, with Scope 3 emissions at around 4,500,000 kg CO2e. Barilla has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 25% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, compared to a 2017 baseline. This target is consistent with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflects the company's commitment to align with global climate goals. Additionally, Barilla aims to reduce Scope 3 emissions by 26% per ton of finished product by the same year. The emissions data is cascaded from Barilla G. e R. Fratelli S.p.A., with the company being a current subsidiary of Barilla Holding S.p.A. This corporate structure supports Barilla's sustainability initiatives and reporting practices, ensuring transparency and accountability in their climate commitments.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 185,492,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 193,687,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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