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Cloetta Sustainability Profile

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Cloetta AB, a prominent player in the confectionery industry, is headquartered in Sweden (SE) and operates extensively across Northern Europe. Founded in 1862, Cloetta has established itself as a leader in producing high-quality sweets, chocolates, and snacks, with a rich heritage that spans over 160 years. The company is renowned for its diverse range of products, including iconic brands such as Kexchoklad and Läkerol, which are celebrated for their unique flavours and quality ingredients. Cloetta's commitment to innovation and sustainability has positioned it favourably in the market, allowing it to achieve notable milestones, including strategic acquisitions that have expanded its product portfolio. With a strong market presence, Cloetta continues to delight consumers while maintaining a focus on responsible sourcing and production practices, solidifying its reputation as a trusted name in the confectionery sector.

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57

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

Cloetta's score of 57 is higher than 77% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

77%

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Cloetta's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Cloetta reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 295,520,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 20,107,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 12,082,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2, location-based), and 273,263,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its absolute greenhouse gas emissions by 46% by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. This commitment encompasses all scopes of emissions (1, 2, and 3) and aligns with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) guidelines. Cloetta's emissions data shows a consistent focus on sustainability, with previous years also reflecting significant emissions figures: in 2022, total emissions were about 292,466,000 kg CO2e, and in 2021, Scope 3 emissions alone reached approximately 251,042,000 kg CO2e. The company has been proactive in developing a comprehensive Climate Action Programme to meet its reduction targets. Cloetta's commitment to reducing emissions is part of a broader industry trend towards sustainability, particularly in the food and beverage processing sector, where companies are increasingly held accountable for their environmental impact.

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20162017201820192020202120222023
Scope 1
21,500,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
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00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 2
16,500,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
0,000,000
-
00,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
-
-
0,000,000
000,000,000
0,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Cloetta's Industry?

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

How Carbon Intensive is Cloetta'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 Cloetta is in SE, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Cloetta's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Cloetta's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 6% last year and increased significantly since 2018, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 87% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Purchased Goods and Services
87%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
6%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
2%
Employee Commuting
1%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Upstream Leased Assets
<1%
Business Travel
<1%

Cloetta'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.

Cloetta 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
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