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 carbon emissions of approximately 17,420,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions accounting for about 666,000,000 kg CO2e. In 2023, the total emissions were about 18,172,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 683,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions, committing to a 63% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using 2015 as the baseline year. This commitment is part of a broader strategy to achieve net climate-neutral dairy production by 2050. FrieslandCampina's climate commitments also include a target to reduce absolute Scope 3 emissions by 37.5% by 2030, alongside a commitment to no deforestation across its primary deforestation-linked commodities by the end of 2025. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect the company's dedication to sustainable practices within the food and beverage processing sector. The emissions data and reduction targets are cascaded from its parent company, Koninklijke FrieslandCampina N.V., ensuring a unified approach to climate action across its corporate family.
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2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | - | - |
Scope 3 | 18,568,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - |
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