Carpenedo, officially known as Carpenedo S.r.l., is a distinguished Italian company headquartered in Italy, with significant operations across Europe and beyond. Founded in 1950, Carpenedo has established itself in the dairy industry, specialising in the production of high-quality cheeses, particularly its renowned aged cheeses. The company is celebrated for its unique offerings, including the award-winning "Formaggio di Fossa," which is aged in traditional pits, imparting a distinctive flavour profile that sets it apart in the market. Carpenedo's commitment to artisanal methods and premium ingredients has earned it a prominent position among gourmet cheese producers. With a legacy spanning over seven decades, Carpenedo continues to innovate while honouring its rich heritage, making it a key player in the global cheese market and a favourite among culinary enthusiasts.
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Carpenedo's score of 17 is higher than 52% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, Carpenedo reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,000,000,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 67,738,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 61,820,000 kg CO2e (market-based) and 38,037,000 kg CO2e (location-based). The majority of emissions stemmed from Scope 3, amounting to around 1,863,516,000 kg CO2e, which includes employee commuting emissions of about 4,631,000 kg CO2e and upstream transportation and distribution emissions of approximately 3,158,000 kg CO2e. For 2023, the emissions data mirrored that of 2024, indicating a consistent emission profile with no reported reduction targets or significant climate pledges. Carpenedo has not established any specific reduction initiatives or targets, nor does it inherit emissions data from a parent company, as indicated by its independent status in the corporate family structure. Overall, Carpenedo's emissions profile highlights the need for enhanced climate commitments and reduction strategies to address its substantial carbon footprint.
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| 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 67,738,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 61,820,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,863,516,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Carpenedo's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 0% last year and increased by approximately 0% since 2023, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with detailed category breakdown helping identify key emission sources across their value chain.
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Carpenedo has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
