Danish Crown, a leading player in the global meat industry, is headquartered in Denmark (DK) and operates extensively across Europe and beyond. Founded in 1887, the company has evolved into one of the largest pork and beef producers, renowned for its commitment to quality and sustainability.
Danish Crown's core offerings include a diverse range of meat products, from fresh cuts to processed goods, all distinguished by their adherence to high welfare standards and innovative production techniques. The company has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for its sustainability initiatives and product excellence, solidifying its position as a market leader.
With a strong focus on sustainability and traceability, Danish Crown continues to set benchmarks in the industry, making it a trusted choice for consumers and partners alike.
+24 vs industry average
Danish Crown’s score of 41 is higher than 69% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Food Product Manufacturing is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Food Product Manufacturing industry has increased its overall emissions by 9% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Danish Crown's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Danish Crown reported total carbon emissions of approximately 11.0 billion kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 152 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 176 million kg CO2e (market-based), and a significant Scope 3 contribution of around 10.7 billion kg CO2e, primarily from purchased goods and services. Danish Crown has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 50% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions from production and logistics per kg of meat by 2030, relative to a 2005 baseline. Additionally, the company targets a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2029/30 from a 2019/20 base year. Looking further ahead, Danish Crown envisions achieving carbon neutrality (net zero) by 2050 across all scopes. These initiatives reflect Danish Crown's commitment to addressing climate change and reducing its environmental impact within the meat production industry.
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Danish Crown’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
8 goals2029
42% reduction in Scope 2
42% reduction in absolute scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2029/30 from a 2019/20 base-year.
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Emissions comparison with industry peers
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