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Meat Processing
AT
updated 2 months ago

Delacon Biotechnik GmbH Sustainability Profile

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Delacon Biotechnik GmbH, a leading name in the field of natural feed additives, is headquartered in Austria (AT) and operates extensively across Europe and beyond. Founded in 1986, the company has established itself as a pioneer in the development of phytogenic products, which enhance animal health and performance while promoting sustainable farming practices. Delacon's core offerings include a range of herbal and plant-based additives that are unique for their efficacy and safety. These products are designed to improve feed efficiency and animal welfare, setting Delacon apart in the competitive animal nutrition industry. With a strong commitment to research and innovation, Delacon has achieved significant milestones, including numerous patents and collaborations with leading research institutions. Recognised for its expertise, Delacon Biotechnik GmbH continues to strengthen its market position, contributing to the advancement of sustainable agriculture and animal husbandry worldwide.

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47

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Meat 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.

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Industry Benchmark

Delacon Biotechnik GmbH's score of 47 is higher than 78% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Delacon Biotechnik GmbH's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Cargill, Incorporated

Delacon Biotechnik GmbH, headquartered in Austria (AT), currently does not report specific carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures. However, the company is part of a corporate family relationship with Cargill, Incorporated, from which it inherits climate commitments and performance data. As a current subsidiary of Cargill, Delacon aligns with the sustainability initiatives and targets set by its parent company. Cargill has established science-based targets (SBTi) aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions across its operations. While specific reduction targets for Delacon are not detailed, the overarching commitments from Cargill suggest a focus on significant emissions reductions in line with industry standards. Delacon's climate strategy is influenced by Cargill's initiatives, which include participation in the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) and adherence to various sustainability frameworks. This relationship underscores Delacon's commitment to addressing climate change, even in the absence of direct emissions reporting. In summary, while Delacon Biotechnik GmbH does not provide specific emissions data or reduction targets, its climate commitments are informed by the sustainability efforts of Cargill, Incorporated, reflecting a broader industry commitment to reducing carbon footprints and enhancing environmental stewardship.

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201720212022202320242025
Scope 1
7,289,057,000
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0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
Scope 2
4,765,719,000
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0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
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Scope 3
168,084,620,000
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000,000,000,000
000,000,000,000
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How Carbon Intensive is Delacon Biotechnik GmbH's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Delacon Biotechnik GmbH's primary industry is Meat Processing, which is very high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Delacon Biotechnik GmbH's Location?

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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. This request for Delacon Biotechnik GmbH is in AT, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Delacon Biotechnik GmbH's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Delacon Biotechnik GmbH's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 3% last year and increased by approximately 41% since 2017, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 73% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Purchased Goods and Services
73%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
7%
Processing of Sold Products
7%
Use of Sold Products
5%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
4%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
2%
Waste Generated in Operations
2%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
<1%
Investments
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%

Delacon Biotechnik GmbH'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.

Delacon Biotechnik GmbH has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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