Costa
Costa Group Holdings Limited, commonly known as Costa, is a leading Australian horticultural company headquartered in Victoria, Australia. Founded in 1888, Costa has established itself as a key player in the fresh produce industry, specialising in the cultivation and distribution of high-quality fruits and vegetables. With major operational regions across Australia and New Zealand, the company is renowned for its innovative farming practices and commitment to sustainability. Costa's core offerings include berries, mushrooms, and avocados, distinguished by their premium quality and freshness. The company has achieved significant milestones, including expanding its product range and enhancing its supply chain capabilities. As a market leader, Costa is recognised for its dedication to environmental stewardship and community engagement, solidifying its position as a trusted name in the horticultural sector.
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Costa's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Costa Group, headquartered in Australia, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 127,192,000 kg CO2e, comprising 77,398,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 49,794,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. This marks a slight increase from 2022, when their emissions were about 133,601,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 73,365,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 60,236,000 kg CO2e. Costa Group has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 49% reduction in Scope 1 emissions by 2030 and a 20% reduction in Scope 2 emissions by the same year. The company targets a complete elimination of these emissions by 2050 for Scope 1 and by 2075 for Scope 2. These targets reflect a commitment to significant long-term sustainability and climate action. The emissions data is sourced directly from Costa Group Holdings Limited, with no cascaded data from a parent organization. Costa Group's ongoing efforts to reduce its carbon footprint align with industry standards and demonstrate a proactive approach to addressing climate change.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 3,067,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 10,588,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 25,141,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - | - |
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Costa is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
