Calavo Growers
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.
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Calavo Growers's reported carbon emissions
In 2021, Calavo Growers, headquartered in the US, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 43,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 12,064,000 kg CO2e, primarily from fugitive emissions (approximately 9,399,000 kg CO2e) and stationary combustion (about 540,000 kg CO2e). Scope 2 emissions, attributed to purchased electricity, totalled around 18,341,000 kg CO2e. Additionally, the company disclosed Scope 3 emissions of approximately 12,993,000 kg CO2e, all from waste generated in operations. Calavo Growers has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments, nor do they participate in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The absence of formal reduction targets indicates a potential area for future improvement in their sustainability strategy. The company’s emissions data is self-reported and not cascaded from any parent organisation. Overall, while Calavo Growers has made strides in transparency regarding their emissions, the lack of defined reduction goals suggests an opportunity for enhanced climate action moving forward.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 11,670,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 18,500,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 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.
