Darling Ingredients Sustainability Profile
Darling Ingredients Inc., a leading player in the sustainable food and feed industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1882, the company has evolved significantly, establishing a strong presence across North America and internationally. Specialising in the conversion of edible and inedible by-products into high-quality ingredients, Darling Ingredients focuses on areas such as animal nutrition, renewable energy, and biofuels. The company’s core products include protein meals, fats, and other essential ingredients that cater to diverse markets, setting them apart through their commitment to sustainability and innovation. With a robust market position, Darling Ingredients has achieved notable milestones, including strategic acquisitions that enhance their operational capabilities and expand their global reach. Their dedication to environmental stewardship and resource recovery continues to drive their success in the industry.
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Darling Ingredients's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Darling Ingredients reported total carbon emissions of approximately 17.8 billion kg CO2e. This figure includes 1.9 billion kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 410 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and about 15.5 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set an ambitious target to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2023 as the baseline year, with aspirations for net zero emissions by 2050. This commitment reflects a significant step towards sustainability in the food production sector, particularly in animal source food production. Darling Ingredients is actively working to achieve these targets through various initiatives, including a goal to reduce energy consumption by 5% per unit processed by 2025, based on 2020 values. The company is also a member of the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), reinforcing its commitment to long-term climate action.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,365,763,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 420,977,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Darling Ingredients's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Darling Ingredients's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 24% last year and increased significantly since 2019, 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 71% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Darling Ingredients'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.
Darling Ingredients 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.
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