Emmi Group, commonly referred to as Emmi, is a leading Swiss dairy company headquartered in Lucerne, Switzerland (CH). Founded in 1907, Emmi has established itself as a prominent player in the dairy industry, with a strong presence in Europe and North America. The company is renowned for its high-quality dairy products, including cheese, yoghurt, and milk-based beverages, which are distinguished by their innovative flavours and artisanal craftsmanship. Emmi's commitment to sustainability and quality has earned it a notable market position, making it a trusted brand among consumers. With key milestones such as the acquisition of various regional dairies and the expansion of its product lines, Emmi continues to thrive in a competitive landscape. Its unique offerings, such as the award-winning Emmental cheese, highlight the company's dedication to excellence and tradition in dairy production.
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In 2024, Emmi reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 6,000,672,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 104,320,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 1,875,000 kg CO2e (market-based) and 52,376,000 kg CO2e (location-based). The majority of emissions stemmed from Scope 3, which accounted for about 5,460,672,000 kg CO2e, primarily from purchased goods and services. Emmi has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions by 2050 across all scopes. The company has established a target to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 60% by 2027, using 2014 as the baseline year. Additionally, Emmi is working on initiatives to reduce Scope 3 emissions by 25% by 2027, focusing on projects such as biogas production and methane-reducing feed additives in Switzerland. In summary, Emmi is actively pursuing significant reductions in its carbon footprint, with clear targets and initiatives aimed at achieving long-term sustainability and climate resilience.
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1990 | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2014 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 35,500,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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