Public Profile

Darigold

Darigold, officially known as Darigold, Inc., is a prominent player in the dairy industry, headquartered in the United States. Established in 1918, the company has grown to become a leading producer of high-quality dairy products, primarily serving the Pacific Northwest and other major operational regions across the country. With a diverse portfolio that includes milk, cheese, butter, and powdered dairy products, Darigold is renowned for its commitment to quality and sustainability. The company’s unique farm-to-table approach ensures that its products are not only fresh but also produced with environmentally responsible practices. As a cooperative owned by dairy farmers, Darigold has achieved significant market recognition, consistently ranking among the top dairy brands in the nation. Its dedication to innovation and community support has solidified its position as a trusted name in the dairy sector.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Darigold'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.

7

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Sugar Processing 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.

10

Industry Benchmark

Darigold's score of 7 is lower than 87% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Darigold's reported carbon emissions

In 2009, Darigold reported total carbon emissions of approximately 219,365,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes about 160,231,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which encompass direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and approximately 59,134,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, related to indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity. Currently, there are no specific reduction targets or climate pledges disclosed by Darigold. The absence of documented initiatives suggests that the company may be in the early stages of developing a comprehensive climate strategy. As the dairy industry faces increasing scrutiny regarding its environmental impact, Darigold's future commitments to reducing carbon emissions will be crucial in aligning with industry standards and addressing climate change effectively.

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160,231,000
Scope 2
59,134,000
Scope 3
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Industry emissions intensity

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

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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. Darigold is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Darigold is not committed to any 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.

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The Climate Pledge
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