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 16 is higher than 51% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Food and Agriculture's reported carbon emissions
In 2020, Food and Agriculture reported significant greenhouse gas emissions reductions, achieving a 53% decrease in emissions from 2008 to 2020. This reduction encompasses both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, reflecting the organisation's commitment to sustainability and climate action. While specific emissions data for 2020 is not disclosed, the organisation's initiatives include various production factors contributing to emissions, such as 209,000 kg CO2e from animal feed and 40,000 kg CO2e from manure addition. These figures highlight the impact of agricultural practices on overall emissions. Food and Agriculture's climate commitments are underscored by their substantial reduction targets, which aim to continue decreasing emissions in the near term. The organisation's efforts are aligned with global climate goals, demonstrating a proactive approach to mitigating climate change within the agricultural sector. No emissions data is cascaded from a parent organisation, as Food and Agriculture operates independently in this context. The focus remains on their own initiatives and achievements in reducing carbon emissions.
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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 participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
