Charoen Pokphand
Charoen Pokphand Group, commonly known as CP Group, is a leading multinational conglomerate headquartered in Thailand. Founded in 1921, the company has established a strong presence in the agribusiness and food industry, with significant operations across Asia, Europe, and the Americas. CP Group is renowned for its diverse portfolio, which includes animal feed production, aquaculture, and processed food products, all characterised by high quality and innovation. With a commitment to sustainable practices, CP Group has achieved notable milestones, such as being one of the largest producers of shrimp and poultry in the region. The company’s market position is further solidified by its dedication to research and development, ensuring that its offerings meet the evolving needs of consumers. As a pioneer in the industry, Charoen Pokphand continues to set benchmarks for excellence and sustainability in food production.
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Charoen Pokphand's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Charoen Pokphand Group Co., Ltd. reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 79,340,000,000 kg CO2e globally, with emissions broken down into Scope 1 at about 1,240,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 4,820,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at around 73,520,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 42% by 2030 from a 2021 baseline. Additionally, it targets a 25% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions by the same year. These targets include land-related emissions and removals from bioenergy feedstocks, reflecting a comprehensive approach to sustainability. In previous years, emissions in Thailand were significant, with Scope 1 emissions reaching approximately 910,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 4,490,000,000 kg CO2e in 2019. The company is committed to aligning its reduction strategies with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), ensuring that its goals are consistent with the global effort to limit warming to 1.5°C. Charoen Pokphand's ongoing initiatives and targets demonstrate a proactive stance in addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint across all scopes of emissions.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,260,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 3,960,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 630,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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