Calavo Growers, Inc., a leading name in the fresh produce industry, is headquartered in the United States, with significant operations across California and Mexico. Founded in 1924, the company has established itself as a premier supplier of avocados, fresh-cut fruit, and value-added products, catering to a diverse clientele ranging from retailers to foodservice operators. Renowned for its commitment to quality and sustainability, Calavo offers unique products that stand out in the marketplace, including its innovative guacamole and avocado-based offerings. The company has achieved notable milestones, such as expanding its distribution network and enhancing its processing capabilities, solidifying its position as a market leader in the avocado sector. With a rich history and a focus on excellence, Calavo Growers continues to thrive in the competitive landscape of fresh produce.
How does Calavo Growers's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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Calavo Growers's score of 16 is higher than 58% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2021, Calavo Growers reported total carbon emissions of approximately 12,064,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 18,341,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, with an additional 12,993,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company's Scope 1 emissions primarily stem from fugitive emissions (about 9,399,000 kg CO2e) and stationary combustion (approximately 540,000 kg CO2e). In 2020, their emissions were slightly lower, with Scope 1 at about 11,601,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 17,554,000 kg CO2e. Calavo Growers has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. However, they have consistently reported their emissions across all relevant scopes, indicating a commitment to transparency in their environmental impact. The absence of formal reduction targets suggests that while they are monitoring their emissions, they may not yet have established a structured plan for significant reductions.
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2019 | 2020 | 2021 | |
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Scope 1 | 11,670,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 18,500,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 12,993,000 | - | 00,000,000 |
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Calavo Growers is not participating in any 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.