Chiquita Brands International, Inc.
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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How does Chiquita Brands International, Inc.'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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Chiquita Brands International, Inc.'s score of 13 is higher than 96% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Chiquita Brands International, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Chiquita Brands International, Inc. reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 103,316,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 82,246,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 56,303,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. This reflects a commitment to transparency in their emissions reporting, covering all relevant scopes. Chiquita has set ambitious climate targets, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 30% by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company is committed to ensuring that 90% of its suppliers, based on emissions from purchased goods and services as well as upstream transportation and distribution, will have science-based targets by 2025. These initiatives align with industry standards for climate action and demonstrate Chiquita's dedication to sustainability in the food production sector.
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Get Started| 2022 | 2023 | |
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| Scope 1 | 99,575,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 76,127,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 31,305,000 | 00,000,000 |
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