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Emmi AG, commonly referred to as Emmi, is a leading player in the food products nec industry, headquartered in Lucerne, Switzerland (CH). Founded in 1907, Emmi has established itself as a prominent name in dairy and cheese production, with a strong presence across Europe and beyond. The company is renowned for its high-quality dairy products, including cheese, yoghurt, and desserts, which are crafted using traditional methods combined with innovative techniques.
Emmi's commitment to sustainability and quality has earned it a significant market position, making it a trusted choice for consumers seeking premium food products. Notable achievements include various awards for product excellence and a robust export strategy that showcases Swiss culinary heritage globally. With a focus on authenticity and flavour, Emmi continues to set itself apart in the competitive food industry landscape.
+29 vs industry average
Emmi’s score of 46 is higher than 66% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Food Product Manufacturing is among the most carbon-intensive industries
The Food Product Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 22% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Emmi, a food products company headquartered in Switzerland, reported total Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions of approximately 5.56 billion kg CO2e in 2024. This includes about 104.3 million kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions (direct emissions), around 1.9 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 market-based emissions (indirect emissions from purchased energy), and approximately 5.46 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions (indirect value chain emissions), with purchased goods and services accounting for about 4.76 billion kg CO2e of this.
Looking back, Emmi's total Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions were approximately 5.59 billion kg CO2e in 2023, around 5.46 billion kg CO2e in 2022, and roughly 5.66 billion kg CO2e in 2021. In 2020, total reported emissions were about 5.69 billion kg CO2e.
Emmi has set several climate commitments. The company is committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 across all scopes, a vision cascaded from its parent company, Emmi AG.
For near-term targets, Emmi (through its parent Emmi AG) has a Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) approved target to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 46.2% by 2031 from a 2023 base year. Additionally, Emmi AG commits to reducing absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 46.2% within the same timeframe. An earlier SBTi target, cascaded from Emmi AG, aimed to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 45% by 2027 from a 2019 base year, and Scope 3 GHG emissions by 25% per kg of raw milk within the same timeframe. The company also states an internal target to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions at its sites by 60% by 2027, compared to a 2014 baseline. In Switzerland, Emmi is undertaking preliminary projects to reduce its Scope 3 emissions by 25% by 2027.
2031
46.2% reduction in Scope 2
Emmi AG commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 46.2% by 2031 from a 2023 base year.
2031
46.2% reduction in Scope 1
Emmi AG commits to reduce absolute scope 1 GHG emissions 46.2% by 2031 from a 2023 base year.
2031
46.2% reduction in scope 3 total
Emmi AG also commits to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions 46.2% within the same timeframe.
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