Dole Food Company, Inc., commonly referred to as Dole, is a leading global producer and marketer of fresh fruit and vegetables, headquartered in Ireland (IE). Founded in 1851, Dole has established a significant presence in North America, Europe, and Asia, becoming a key player in the agricultural industry. The company is renowned for its extensive range of products, including bananas, pineapples, and a variety of packaged salads, all distinguished by their commitment to quality and sustainability. Dole's innovative practices and focus on health and nutrition have positioned it as a trusted brand among consumers. With a rich history marked by milestones such as pioneering sustainable farming techniques, Dole continues to achieve notable market success, reinforcing its status as a leader in the fresh produce sector.
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In 2023, Dole's carbon emissions totalled approximately 145,640 kg CO2e, comprising 140,610 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 4,790 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 1,240 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This data reflects their operations in the European region. For the previous year, 2022, Dole reported global emissions of about 9,840,039,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 1,013,681,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at about 101,085,000 kg CO2e, and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions at around 8,725,273,000 kg CO2e. Dole has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The company’s emissions data is independently reported and not cascaded from any parent organisation. Dole's commitment to sustainability is evident in their transparency regarding emissions across all scopes, although they currently lack defined reduction targets.
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2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
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Scope 1 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Dole is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.