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Food Product Manufacturing
CH
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Chocoladefabriken Lindt And Sprungli Sustainability Profile

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Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Sprüngli, commonly known as Lindt, is a prestigious Swiss chocolatier headquartered in Kilchberg, Switzerland (CH). Founded in 1845, the company has established itself as a leader in the premium chocolate industry, renowned for its high-quality products and innovative techniques. Lindt operates in major regions across Europe, North America, and Asia, catering to a global audience with a passion for fine chocolate. The brand is celebrated for its signature chocolate bars, truffles, and pralines, particularly the iconic Lindor truffles, which are distinguished by their smooth melting centre. With a commitment to excellence, Lindt has achieved numerous accolades, solidifying its position as a market leader in the luxury chocolate segment. The company’s rich heritage and dedication to craftsmanship continue to set it apart in a competitive landscape.

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92

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Food Product Manufacturing 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.

15

Industry Benchmark

Chocoladefabriken Lindt And Sprungli's score of 92 is higher than 96% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Chocoladefabriken Lindt And Sprungli's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Sprüngli reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 3.16 billion kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 71.3 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 78.7 million kg CO2e (market-based), and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled around 3.01 billion kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 from a 2020 baseline, and a 90% reduction by 2050. Additionally, Lindt & Sprüngli targets a 25% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe, with a long-term goal of achieving a 90% reduction by 2050. The company also commits to reducing absolute Scope 3 FLAG emissions by 30.3% by 2030 and aims for no deforestation in its supply chain by the end of 2025. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect the company's commitment to reaching net-zero emissions across its value chain by 2050. Lindt & Sprüngli's efforts are crucial in the food and beverage processing sector, particularly as they navigate the challenges of sustainability and climate impact.

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Scope 2
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Scope 3
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How Carbon Intensive is Chocoladefabriken Lindt And Sprungli's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Chocoladefabriken Lindt And Sprungli's primary industry is Food Product Manufacturing, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Chocoladefabriken Lindt And Sprungli's Location?

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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. This request for Chocoladefabriken Lindt And Sprungli is in CH, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Chocoladefabriken Lindt And Sprungli's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Chocoladefabriken Lindt And Sprungli's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 8% last year and decreased by approximately 11% since 2021, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 86% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
86%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
8%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
2%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
1%
Upstream Leased Assets
<1%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Capital Goods
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Use of Sold Products
<1%
Business Travel
<1%

Chocoladefabriken Lindt And Sprungli's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

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.

Chocoladefabriken Lindt And Sprungli has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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

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