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 reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Barry Callebaut reported total carbon emissions of approximately 12,531,400 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 10,005,800 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and a staggering 13,161,670,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions, resulting in a combined total of about 13,184,207,200 kg CO2e. This reflects a slight increase in Scope 1 emissions from 2023, where they were reported at approximately 11,877,700 kg CO2e, and a decrease in Scope 2 emissions from 12,832,700 kg CO2e. Barry Callebaut has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. The company has established several near-term targets, including a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by FY2030 from a FY2022 baseline, and a 25% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. Additionally, Barry Callebaut aims to reduce absolute Scope 1 emissions by 90% and Scope 2 emissions by 90% by FY2050, also from a FY2022 base year. The company is also committed to no deforestation across its primary deforestation-linked commodities by December 31, 2025. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to keep global warming below 1.5°C. Overall, Barry Callebaut's emissions data and climate commitments reflect a proactive approach to sustainability, with a clear roadmap for significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions in the coming decades.
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| 2018 | 2020 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 107,493,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 198,748,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 8,803,180,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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