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Cerebos Ltd

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Cerebos Ltd, a prominent player in the food and beverage industry, is headquartered in South Africa (ZA) and operates extensively across the region. Founded in 1951, the company has established itself as a leader in the production of high-quality seasonings, sauces, and condiments, catering to both retail and food service sectors. Cerebos is renowned for its flagship products, including the iconic Cerebos salt and a diverse range of flavour enhancers that set it apart in the market. With a commitment to innovation and quality, the company has achieved significant milestones, solidifying its position as a trusted brand among consumers and chefs alike. Through its dedication to excellence, Cerebos Ltd continues to thrive in a competitive landscape, making a lasting impact on culinary experiences across Southern Africa.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Cerebos Ltd'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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Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Sugar Processing 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.

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Industry Benchmark

Cerebos Ltd's score of 4 is higher than 70% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Cerebos Ltd's reported carbon emissions

Cerebos Ltd, headquartered in South Africa (ZA), has reported its carbon emissions data for the years 2017 to 2019. In 2019, the company emitted approximately 71,200 kg CO2e per unit of production, a reduction from about 73,000 kg CO2e in 2018 and 77,300 kg CO2e in 2017. This demonstrates a positive trend in reducing emissions over these years, although specific total emissions figures and scope classifications (Scope 1, 2, or 3) have not been disclosed. Despite the absence of formal reduction targets or commitments to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), Cerebos Ltd is actively working towards minimising its carbon footprint. The company’s focus on reducing emissions per unit of production indicates a commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility within its operations. As the industry increasingly prioritises climate action, Cerebos Ltd's ongoing efforts to lower emissions reflect a broader commitment to addressing climate change challenges.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Cerebos Ltd's primary industry is Sugar, 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. Cerebos Ltd is headquartered in ZA, which has a rank of very high, indicating very high grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Cerebos Ltd 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.

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

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