Forfarmers
ForFarmers, a leading player in the agricultural sector, is headquartered in the Netherlands and operates extensively across Europe, particularly in Germany, Belgium, and the United Kingdom. Founded in 2001, the company has established itself as a key provider of animal feed and nutritional solutions, catering primarily to livestock farmers. With a focus on innovation, ForFarmers offers a diverse range of products, including customised feed formulations and advanced nutritional services that enhance animal health and productivity. The company is recognised for its commitment to sustainability and efficiency, positioning itself as a trusted partner in the agricultural community. Notable achievements include significant market share in the European feed industry, underscoring ForFarmers' reputation for quality and reliability in animal nutrition.
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Forfarmers's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Forfarmers, headquartered in the Netherlands, reported significant carbon emissions across various regions. The total emissions for the Netherlands included approximately 5,761,000 kg CO2e from mobile combustion and about 9,496,000 kg CO2e from fugitive emissions, alongside around 11,966,000 kg CO2e from purchased electricity (Scope 1 and 2). In Poland, emissions were notably higher, with about 4,144,000 kg CO2e from mobile combustion, 3,392,000 kg CO2e from fugitive emissions, and approximately 8,366,000 kg CO2e from purchased electricity. The company's global emissions included around 1,648,000 kg CO2e from mobile combustion and about 22,302,000 kg CO2e from fugitive emissions, with 46,064,000 kg CO2e from purchased electricity. Forfarmers has set ambitious reduction targets, committing to a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, using 2022 as the base year. This commitment extends to Scope 3 emissions, which also aim for a 42% reduction within the same timeframe. Additionally, the company has pledged to reduce energy and fuel consumption by 10% per tonne compared to 2020 levels by 2025. Notably, Forfarmers has also committed to no deforestation across its primary deforestation-linked commodities by December 31, 2025. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Forfarmers' commitment to sustainable practices within the agricultural production sector. The company is actively working towards these goals, demonstrating a proactive approach to mitigating climate change impacts.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 22,621,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 84,622,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - |
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