Chiquita Brands International, Inc., commonly known as Chiquita, is a leading global producer and marketer of bananas and other fresh produce, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1870, the company has established a strong presence in major operational regions, including North America, Europe, and Latin America. Chiquita is renowned for its high-quality bananas, which are distinguished by their unique taste and commitment to sustainable farming practices. The brand has achieved significant milestones, including pioneering the banana export industry and maintaining a strong market position as one of the top banana suppliers worldwide. With a focus on innovation and sustainability, Chiquita continues to set industry standards while delivering fresh, nutritious products to consumers globally.
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Chiquita Brands International, Inc., headquartered in the US, has set ambitious climate commitments aimed at reducing its carbon footprint. Although specific emissions data for the most recent year is not available, the company has established a target to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 30% by the end of 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. This commitment is part of their "30by30" initiative, announced in 2021. In addition to its operational emissions reduction goals, Chiquita aims for 90% of its suppliers, measured by emissions from purchased goods and services as well as upstream transportation and distribution, to have science-based targets by 2025. This comprehensive approach reflects Chiquita's commitment to sustainability and aligns with industry standards for climate action. The targets set by Chiquita are consistent with the reductions necessary to limit global warming to well below 2°C, as recognised by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The company’s efforts demonstrate a proactive stance in addressing climate change within the food production sector.
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