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Chr Hansen A Slash S

Chr. Hansen A/S, headquartered in Denmark (DK), is a global leader in bioscience, specialising in natural ingredients for the food, pharmaceutical, and agricultural industries. Founded in 1874, the company has achieved significant milestones, including pioneering advancements in fermentation and probiotics. With a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia, Chr. Hansen offers a diverse range of products, including cultures, enzymes, and natural colours. Their commitment to sustainability and innovation sets them apart, as they focus on developing solutions that enhance food quality and safety. Recognised for their expertise, Chr. Hansen holds a prominent market position, serving thousands of customers worldwide. Their dedication to research and development has led to numerous accolades, solidifying their reputation as a trusted partner in the bioscience sector.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Chr Hansen A Slash S'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.

33

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.

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Industry Benchmark

Chr Hansen A Slash S's score of 33 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Chr Hansen A Slash S's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, Chr. Hansen A/S reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 54,554,000 kg CO2e, comprising 24,231,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 17,897,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 54,554,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by FY2030, using FY2020 as the baseline. Additionally, Chr. Hansen is committed to a 20% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to support global efforts to limit warming to 1.5°C. The company's headquarters is located in Denmark (DK), and it operates within the food and beverage processing sector.

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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Chr Hansen A Slash S's primary industry is Food products nec, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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. Chr Hansen A Slash S is headquartered in DK, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Chr Hansen A Slash S is committed to some 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
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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