Blumar Seafoods, a prominent player in the global seafood industry, is headquartered in the United States, with significant operations in South America. Founded in 2000, the company has established itself as a leader in sustainable aquaculture and fishing practices, focusing on the production of high-quality seafood products. Blumar's core offerings include a diverse range of fish and shellfish, renowned for their freshness and sustainability. The company is committed to responsible sourcing, ensuring that its products meet rigorous environmental standards. With a strong market position, Blumar Seafoods has achieved notable milestones, including certifications that highlight its dedication to quality and sustainability. As a trusted name in seafood, Blumar continues to innovate while prioritising the health of marine ecosystems.
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In 2023, Blumar Seafoods reported total carbon emissions of approximately 394,232,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 67,152,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which are direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and 1,452,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, related to the generation of purchased electricity, steam, heating, and cooling. The majority of their emissions, about 340,134,000 kg CO2e, fall under Scope 3, which encompasses all other indirect emissions in the value chain, including upstream and downstream activities. Comparatively, in 2022, Blumar's total emissions were approximately 384,802,000 kg CO2e, indicating a slight increase in emissions year-on-year. The company has committed to near-term climate targets, although specific reduction targets have not been disclosed. Blumar is actively engaged in sustainability efforts within the food production sector, particularly in animal source food production, and is focused on reducing its carbon footprint. Blumar's carbon footprint intensity for its overall operations is reported at about 290 kg CO2e per tonne, while for salmon, it is significantly higher at approximately 2,520 kg CO2e per tonne. The company continues to monitor and report its emissions across all scopes, demonstrating transparency in its climate commitments.
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2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 32,854,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 7,167,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 27,021,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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