Ecom, officially known as Ecom Trading AG, is a prominent player in the global trading industry, headquartered in Switzerland (CH). Founded in 2000, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Specialising in the trading of agricultural commodities, Ecom focuses on coffee, cocoa, and cotton, offering unique sourcing solutions that emphasise sustainability and quality. With a commitment to ethical practices, Ecom has achieved significant milestones, including partnerships with various producers and certifications that enhance its market position. The company is recognised for its innovative supply chain management and robust logistics, ensuring timely delivery and superior product quality. Ecom's dedication to transparency and sustainability has solidified its reputation as a leader in the agricultural trading sector.
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Ecom's score of 26 is higher than 95% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Ecom reported total carbon emissions of approximately 20,200,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 55,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 43,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 20,140,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marks a significant increase in emissions compared to 2022, where total emissions were about 24,127,400,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 48,400,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 24,200,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 24,127,400,000 kg CO2e. Ecom has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. The company operates within a global context, focusing on sustainability in the cocoa industry, but lacks defined strategies for reducing their carbon footprint. As a result, their current emissions data highlights the need for enhanced climate action and accountability.
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2019 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 37,496,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 19,006,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 21,700,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Ecom 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.