Del Monte Foods
Del Monte Foods, a prominent player in the food industry, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across North America and beyond. Founded in 1886, the company has established itself as a leader in the production and marketing of high-quality canned, fresh, and frozen fruits and vegetables. Del Monte is renowned for its commitment to quality and innovation, offering a diverse range of products that cater to health-conscious consumers. With a strong market position, Del Monte Foods has achieved notable milestones, including the introduction of its signature Del Monte brand, which is synonymous with freshness and flavour. The company’s core offerings, such as its fruit cups, vegetable products, and snacks, are distinguished by their convenience and nutritional value, making them a staple in households. Del Monte continues to thrive in a competitive landscape, driven by its dedication to sustainability and customer satisfaction.
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Del Monte Foods's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Del Monte Foods reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,885,486,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 55,237,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of around 26,914,000 kg CO2e, and a significant majority from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled approximately 1,803,335,000 kg CO2e. Del Monte Foods has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by FY2050. The company has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 42% by FY2030, using FY2021 as the baseline. Additionally, it aims to cut Scope 3 emissions by 25% within the same timeframe. For the long term, Del Monte Foods targets a 90% reduction in both Scope 1 and 2 emissions and Scope 3 emissions by FY2050. The company is also committed to maintaining no deforestation across its primary deforestation-linked commodities, further enhancing its sustainability profile. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Del Monte Foods' dedication to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint in the food and beverage processing sector.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 77,190,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 49,490,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 |
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