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Brf

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BRF S.A., commonly referred to as BRF, is a leading global player in the food industry, headquartered in Brazil. Established in 1934, the company has grown to become a significant force in the production and distribution of processed foods, particularly in the poultry and pork sectors. With a strong presence in South America, Europe, and the Middle East, BRF operates in over 100 countries, showcasing its extensive reach. The company is renowned for its diverse portfolio, which includes well-known brands such as Sadia and Perdigão. BRF's commitment to quality and innovation sets it apart, as it continually adapts to consumer trends and preferences. Notably, BRF has achieved significant milestones, including sustainability initiatives and advancements in food safety, solidifying its position as a trusted leader in the global food market.

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76

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Food Product Manufacturing industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

13

Industry Benchmark

Brf's score of 76 is higher than 88% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Brf's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, BRF S.A. reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 41,986,148 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 107,017,520 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and a staggering 28,557,968,170 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a significant commitment to transparency in their emissions reporting, with data disclosed across all three scopes. BRF has set ambitious climate targets, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 52.7% by 2032 from a 2020 baseline. Additionally, the company is committed to achieving net-zero emissions across its entire value chain by 2050, with a target to reduce Scope 3 emissions by 90% within the same timeframe. Notably, BRF aims to increase its sourcing of renewable electricity to 100% by 2030. The company has also established interim goals, including a 30% reduction in Scope 2 emissions by 2030 from a 2016 baseline. Furthermore, BRF is focused on eliminating deforestation linked to its primary commodities by the end of 2025. This data is cascaded from BRF S.A., which operates as a current subsidiary, ensuring that their climate commitments align with industry standards and expectations for sustainability.

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327,123,850
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Scope 2
185,034,600
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Scope 3
1,046,913,650
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Brf's primary industry is Food products nec, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Brf is in BR, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Brf is participating in some of the initiatives that 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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