Firmenich Sustainability Profile
Firmenich, officially known as Firmenich SA, is a leading global player in the fragrance and flavour industry, headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland (CH). Founded in 1895, the company has established itself as a pioneer in creating innovative scent and taste solutions, serving a diverse range of sectors including food and beverage, personal care, and household products. With a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia, Firmenich is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and creativity. The company offers a unique portfolio of products, including natural and synthetic fragrances, flavour compounds, and aroma chemicals, distinguished by their quality and originality. Firmenich's dedication to research and development has earned it a prominent market position, making it a trusted partner for brands worldwide.
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Firmenich's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Firmenich reported total carbon emissions of approximately 201,563,960 kg CO2e, comprising 193,041,780 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 8,052,180 kg CO2e from Scope 2. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 55% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 compared to a 2017 baseline. Additionally, Firmenich plans to achieve carbon neutrality in its direct operations (Scope 1 and 2) by 2025 and aims to be carbon positive thereafter. In 2021, Firmenich's emissions were significantly higher, with Scope 1 emissions at 192,599,270 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 7,373,400 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching approximately 3,010,117,000 kg CO2e. The company has committed to reducing its absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 90% by 2039, alongside a 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from a 2021 baseline. These targets are part of Firmenich's broader strategy to align with science-based targets, with 80% of its suppliers expected to have science-based targets by 2026. The emissions data and commitments are cascaded from its parent company, Firmenich International SA, ensuring a unified approach to sustainability across its operations.
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| 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 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 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | - |
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Firmenich's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Firmenich's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 14% last year and increased by approximately 500% since 2014, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 93% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Firmenich's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Firmenich has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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