Calvo
Calvo, officially known as Calvo Group, is a prominent player in the seafood industry, headquartered in San Vicente, El Salvador (SV). Founded in 1971, the company has established itself as a leader in the production and distribution of high-quality canned tuna and other seafood products, serving markets across Central America, North America, and Europe. With a commitment to sustainability and innovation, Calvo offers a range of unique products, including its renowned line of dolphin-safe tuna. The company has achieved significant milestones, including certifications for responsible fishing practices, which enhance its market position. Recognised for its dedication to quality and environmental stewardship, Calvo continues to set industry standards while delivering exceptional seafood to consumers worldwide.
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Calvo's score of 17 is lower than 79% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Calvo's reported carbon emissions
Calvo's carbon emissions data reveals a total of approximately 111,202,000 kg CO2e in 2019, with Scope 1 emissions accounting for about 99,491,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 11,731,000 kg CO2e. In 2018, total emissions were about 110,553,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions of around 99,681,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of about 10,872,000 kg CO2e. The emissions for 2017 were approximately 109,525,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 100,695,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions around 8,830,000 kg CO2e. While specific reduction targets or achievements are not disclosed, Calvo has reported emissions intensity metrics, such as 820 kg CO2e per tonne of finished product in 2019 and 860 kg CO2e per tonne in 2018. In 2022, the company provided data indicating greenhouse gas emissions of 170 kg CO2e per tonne of product manufactured in Nauterra factories and 1,700 kg CO2e per tonne of fish caught by the Nauterra Fleet. Currently, there are no specified reduction initiatives or climate pledges documented, indicating a potential area for future commitment in climate action.
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Add to project| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 100,695,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 8,830,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Calvo is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
