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BRF S.A., a leading player in the food products nec industry, is headquartered in Brazil and operates extensively across South America, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 1934, BRF has achieved significant milestones, including the merger of two major companies, which solidified its position in the global market.
Specialising in a diverse range of food products, BRF offers unique items such as processed meats, poultry, and dairy, all crafted with a commitment to quality and sustainability. The company is renowned for its innovative approach to food production, ensuring that its offerings meet the evolving tastes and preferences of consumers.
With a strong market presence, BRF has garnered numerous accolades for its operational excellence and commitment to food safety, making it a trusted name in the industry.
+48 vs industry average
Brf’s score of 65 is higher than 79% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Food Product Manufacturing is among the most carbon-intensive industries
The Food Product Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 22% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
BRF, a Brazilian food products company, reported total emissions of approximately 29.17 billion kg CO2e in 2024. This included approximately 419.86 million kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, about 194.34 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (location-based), and approximately 28.56 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions.
For 2023, BRF's emissions were approximately 30.64 billion kg CO2e. This comprised about 337.85 million kg CO2e from Scope 1, approximately 157.02 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 (location-based), and around 30.15 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3. In 2022, total emissions were approximately 32.43 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 299.85 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 (location-based) at approximately 159.49 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at about 31.98 billion kg CO2e.
BRF has set Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) approved targets. The company aims for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050. Near-term targets include reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 52.7% by 2032 from a 2020 base year. Additionally, BRF commits to reducing absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions from purchased goods and services, upstream and downstream transportation and distribution by 30% by 2032 from a 2020 base year. For FLAG (Forest, Land and Agriculture) emissions, the target is a 36.4% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 3 FLAG GHG emissions by 2032 from a 2020 base year. Long-term targets include a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 2050 from a 2020 base year, and a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions within the same timeframe. BRF also aims to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 3 FLAG GHG emissions by 72% by 2050 from a 2020 base year. The company is also committed to increasing annual sourcing of renewable electricity from 0.0% in 2020 to 100% by 2030.
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52.7% reduction in Scope 2
BRF S.A commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 52.7% by 2032 from a 2020 base year.
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BRF S.A commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 52.7% by 2032 from a 2020 base year.
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30% reduction in scope 3 total
BRF S.A further commits to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions from purchased goods and services, upstream transportation and distribution…
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