Barry Callebaut
Barry Callebaut, a leading global manufacturer of high-quality chocolate and cocoa products, is headquartered in Switzerland (CH). Founded in 1996 through the merger of Callebaut and Barry, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including Europe, North America, and Asia-Pacific. Specialising in the chocolate and cocoa industry, Barry Callebaut offers a diverse range of products, including gourmet chocolate, cocoa powders, and innovative solutions for various applications. Their commitment to sustainability and quality sets them apart in the market. With a robust market position, Barry Callebaut is recognised for its significant achievements, including being the largest chocolate manufacturer worldwide. The company continues to lead the industry with its dedication to innovation and customer-centric solutions.
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Barry Callebaut's score of 59 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Barry Callebaut's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Barry Callebaut reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 7,850,000,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 118,777,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 128,327,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and a significant 13,168,697,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. This reflects their ongoing commitment to sustainability and climate action. Barry Callebaut has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint. The company aims to achieve a 35% reduction in absolute greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes (1, 2, and 3) by 2025, using 2018 as the baseline year. Additionally, they have committed to a more aggressive target of reducing Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 42% and Scope 3 emissions by 25% by 2030, both from a 2022 base year. Long-term, Barry Callebaut is targeting net-zero emissions across its entire value chain by 2050, with a goal of reducing Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 90% and Scope 3 emissions by 90% by the same year. The company is also focused on sustainable sourcing, pledging to eliminate deforestation linked to its primary commodities by December 31, 2025. These initiatives underscore Barry Callebaut's commitment to addressing climate change and promoting sustainable practices within the food and beverage processing sector.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 7,830,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 150,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 7,820,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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