Bel
Bel, officially known as Groupe Bel, is a prominent player in the global dairy industry, headquartered in Paris, France. Founded in 1865, the company has established a strong presence in various regions, including Europe, North America, and Asia, specialising in the production of cheese and dairy products. Bel is renowned for its innovative offerings, including iconic brands such as The Laughing Cow, Babybel, and Boursin, which stand out for their unique flavours and convenient packaging. Over the years, the company has achieved significant milestones, including a commitment to sustainability and responsible sourcing, positioning itself as a leader in the market. With a focus on quality and consumer satisfaction, Groupe Bel continues to expand its portfolio, making it a trusted name in the dairy sector.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Bel's score of 43 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Bel's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Bel reported total Scope 1 and 2 emissions of approximately 115,947 tonnes CO2e. The company has made significant commitments to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions, aiming for a 75.6% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2035, using 2017 as the base year. Additionally, Bel has set a target to reduce its absolute Scope 3 emissions by 25% within the same timeframe. In previous years, Bel's emissions were as follows: in 2022, Scope 1 emissions were about 1,044,900 tonnes CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 186,400 tonnes CO2e, with total Scope 3 emissions around 3,908,000 tonnes CO2e. The company has also reported Scope 1 and 2 emissions of approximately 164,264 tonnes CO2e in 2021 and 181,989 tonnes CO2e in 2020. Bel's climate strategy aligns with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), and the company is committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. These targets include biogenic emissions and removals from bioenergy feedstocks, reflecting a comprehensive approach to sustainability in the food production sector.
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Add to project2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000 | - |
| Scope 2 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 000,000 | - |
| Scope 3 | 4,278,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - |
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Bel is committed to some reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
