DMK Deutsches Milchkontor
DMK Deutsches Milchkontor, headquartered in Germany, stands as a leading player in the dairy industry. Founded in 1997, DMK has grown to become one of the largest dairy companies in the country, with significant operations across various regions, including Lower Saxony and North Rhine-Westphalia. The company specialises in a diverse range of dairy products, including milk, cheese, and yoghurt, known for their high quality and innovative processing techniques. DMK's commitment to sustainability and product excellence has positioned it as a trusted brand among consumers and retailers alike. With a strong market presence, DMK Deutsches Milchkontor continues to achieve notable milestones, reinforcing its reputation as a key contributor to the dairy sector in Germany and beyond.
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DMK Deutsches Milchkontor's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, DMK Deutsches Milchkontor reported total carbon emissions of approximately 7,000,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure represents a slight decrease from 2023, when emissions were about 10,633,744,000 kg CO2e, and from 2022, which saw emissions of around 10,936,988,000 kg CO2e. The company has disclosed emissions data primarily for Scope 1, with 194,464,000 kg CO2e in 2021, and has set ambitious climate commitments. DMK Deutsches Milchkontor has committed to significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions. The company aims to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2022 as the base year. Additionally, it plans to cut Scope 3 emissions by 25% within the same timeframe. Notably, DMK has also set a target to reduce Scope 3 FLAG emissions by 30.3% by 2030 and has committed to no deforestation across its primary deforestation-linked commodities by December 31, 2025. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect DMK's commitment to sustainable practices in the food production sector. The company operates as a current subsidiary of DMK Deutsches Milchkontor GmbH, which is responsible for the emissions data and climate commitments reported.
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| 2012 | 2017 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 229,980,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - |
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