FrieslandCampina, officially known as Koninklijke FrieslandCampina N.V., is a leading global dairy cooperative headquartered in the Netherlands. Established in 1871, the company has grown to become a significant player in the dairy industry, with operations spanning Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. FrieslandCampina focuses on producing high-quality dairy products, including milk, cheese, and infant nutrition, renowned for their nutritional value and taste. The company’s commitment to sustainability and innovation has positioned it as a market leader, with notable achievements in product development and supply chain efficiency. With a rich heritage and a strong cooperative model, FrieslandCampina continues to deliver exceptional dairy solutions that cater to diverse consumer needs worldwide.
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In 2024, FrieslandCampina reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 17,742,000,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 666,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 1,000,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions of around 16,753,000,000 kg CO2e. In 2023, the company’s total emissions were about 18,485,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 683,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at approximately 313,000,000 kg CO2e. FrieslandCampina has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 63% by 2030, using 2015 as a baseline. Additionally, the company targets a 37.5% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. They are also committed to achieving net climate-neutral dairy production by 2050. The company has established specific reduction initiatives, including a 33% reduction target for over 70% of total Scope 3 emissions by 2030. Furthermore, FrieslandCampina has pledged to eliminate deforestation linked to its primary commodities by the end of 2025. These commitments align with industry standards for climate action and demonstrate FrieslandCampina's dedication to sustainability and reducing its carbon footprint.
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2013 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 14,083,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 381,000,000 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 6,685,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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