Food and Agriculture
Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO), commonly referred to as FAO, is a leading entity in the global food and agriculture sector, headquartered in Rome, Italy. Established in 1945, FAO has played a pivotal role in addressing food security and sustainable agricultural practices across various regions, including Europe, Africa, and Asia. The organisation focuses on a range of critical areas, including agricultural development, nutrition, and food safety, aiming to eradicate hunger and improve livelihoods. FAO's unique approach combines research, policy advice, and capacity building, making it a cornerstone in international efforts to enhance food systems. With notable achievements such as the establishment of the Global Information and Early Warning System (GIEWS), FAO maintains a strong market position as a trusted authority in food and agriculture, driving initiatives that promote sustainable practices worldwide.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Food and Agriculture'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
Mean score of companies in the Food Product Manufacturing industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Industry Benchmark
Food and Agriculture's score of 14 is higher than 51% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Food and Agriculture's reported carbon emissions
In 2019, Food and Agriculture reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,500,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising Scope 1 emissions of about 1,000,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of around 500,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching approximately 2,000,000,000 kg CO2e. Notably, the Scope 3 emissions included significant contributions from purchased goods and services (about 1,200,000,000 kg CO2e) and capital goods (approximately 300,000,000 kg CO2e). The organisation has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing its carbon footprint. As of the latest data, there are no documented climate pledges or commitments to reduce emissions. The absence of recent emissions data for 2020 suggests a potential gap in reporting or tracking progress towards climate goals. Overall, the Food and Agriculture sector remains a significant contributor to global greenhouse gas emissions, highlighting the need for enhanced transparency and commitment to sustainability practices.
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Add to project| 2007 | 2019 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,328,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 151,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 490,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
Food and Agriculture 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.
