Dole Sunshine
Dole Sunshine Company, commonly known as Dole, is a leading player in the global fresh produce industry, headquartered in Singapore (SG). Founded in 1851, Dole has established itself as a pioneer in the cultivation, distribution, and marketing of high-quality fruits and vegetables, with significant operations across North America, Europe, and Asia. Renowned for its extensive range of products, including bananas, pineapples, and a variety of packaged salads, Dole stands out for its commitment to sustainability and innovation. The company has achieved notable milestones, such as being one of the first to implement eco-friendly farming practices. With a strong market position, Dole continues to be a trusted name in healthy living, consistently delivering fresh, nutritious options to consumers worldwide.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Dole Sunshine's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Dole Sunshine's score of 11 is higher than 90% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Dole Sunshine's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Dole Sunshine reported total carbon emissions of approximately 9,840,039,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 1,013,681,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 101,085,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 8,725,273,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has shown a notable reduction in its Scope 1 and 2 emissions from 2021 to 2022, decreasing from approximately 1,114,766,000 kg CO2e to about 152,500,000 kg CO2e. However, the total emissions for 2022 were reported at approximately 4,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3, indicating a complex emissions profile with substantial upstream impacts. Despite these figures, Dole Sunshine has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The company operates within an industry context that increasingly prioritises sustainability and carbon footprint reduction, highlighting the importance of future commitments to align with global climate goals.
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Add to project| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | 000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Dole Sunshine is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
