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Danish Crown A/S
Danish Crown A/S, 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 in the world, 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 foods, all distinguished by their adherence to high welfare standards and innovative production methods. 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 A/S continues to set industry benchmarks, making it a trusted choice for consumers and businesses alike.
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Danish Crown A/S, headquartered in Denmark (DK), has set ambitious climate commitments aimed at significantly reducing its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Although specific emissions data for the most recent year is not available, the company has established clear targets for the future. Danish Crown aims to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions by 42% by the fiscal year 2030, using 2020 as the baseline year. This commitment is part of their near-term targets, which are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are consistent with the reductions required to limit global warming to 1.5°C. Additionally, the company has committed to reducing its Scope 3 GHG emissions by 20% per kilogram of output produced within the same timeframe. The targets include land-related emissions and removals from bioenergy feedstocks, highlighting the company's comprehensive approach to sustainability. Furthermore, Danish Crown has set specific intensity reduction targets for its Scope 3 emissions, aiming for a 23.8% reduction in GHG emissions from beef and a 22.9% reduction from pork, both measured per tonne of fresh weight by FY2030. Danish Crown's climate strategy also includes a commitment to no deforestation across its primary deforestation-linked commodities by December 31, 2025. This initiative reflects the company's dedication to sustainable practices within the food and beverage processing sector. Overall, Danish Crown A/S is actively working towards substantial GHG emissions reductions, demonstrating its commitment to environmental sustainability and climate action.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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