Bel Sustainability Profile
Bel Group, commonly referred to as Bel, is a prominent player in the global dairy industry, headquartered in France. Founded in 1865, the company has established itself as a leader in the production of cheese and dairy products, with a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia. Bel is renowned for its iconic brands, including The Laughing Cow, Babybel, and Boursin, which are celebrated for their quality and innovative packaging. With a commitment to sustainability and health, Bel has achieved significant milestones, such as expanding its product range to include plant-based alternatives. The company’s dedication to quality and consumer satisfaction has solidified its market position, making it a trusted name in the dairy sector. Bel continues to innovate, ensuring its products meet the evolving needs of consumers worldwide.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Bel's score of 86 is higher than 93% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Bel's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Bel reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 3,800,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 100,155,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 4,530,000 kg CO2e, and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled around 3,732,789,000 kg CO2e. This data reflects a commitment to transparency and accountability in their carbon footprint reporting. Bel has set ambitious climate targets, aiming for a 25% reduction in carbon emissions across its entire value chain by 2035, compared to 2017 levels. Specifically, they are targeting a 75.6% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2035, validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Additionally, the company is committed to achieving carbon neutrality for its production sites by 2025 and for its entire value chain by 2050. The company has also established interim targets, including a 34% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by the end of 2025. These initiatives are part of Bel's broader strategy to align with the Paris Agreement's goal of limiting global warming to 1.5°C. The emissions data and reduction targets are cascaded from their parent company, Bel SA, ensuring a unified approach to sustainability across the corporate family.
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| 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 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's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Bel's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 4% last year and decreased by approximately 13% since 2017, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 79% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Bel's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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.
Bel has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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