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General Tuna Corporation

General Tuna Corporation, a prominent player in the seafood industry, is headquartered in the Philippines and operates extensively across Southeast Asia. Founded in 1978, the company has established itself as a leader in the processing and distribution of high-quality tuna products, catering to both local and international markets. Specialising in canned tuna and other seafood products, General Tuna Corporation is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and quality. The company employs advanced processing techniques that ensure freshness and flavour, setting its offerings apart in a competitive landscape. With a strong market position, General Tuna Corporation has achieved significant milestones, including certifications that underscore its dedication to responsible fishing practices. As a trusted name in the industry, it continues to innovate while maintaining its reputation for excellence.

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How does General Tuna Corporation'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.

20

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Sugar Processing 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.

13

Industry Benchmark

General Tuna Corporation's score of 20 is higher than 87% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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General Tuna Corporation's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, General Tuna Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 203,952,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 176,124,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 27,828,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This reflects a slight decrease in emissions compared to 2022, where total emissions were about 217,631,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 emissions to near zero by 2025. Similarly, it has pledged to achieve near-zero Scope 2 emissions within the same timeframe. These targets are part of their broader sustainability strategy, which focuses on significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions. General Tuna Corporation's emissions intensity has shown a positive trend, with a reported GHG emissions intensity of about 510 kg CO2e per metric ton of product in 2023, down from 520 kg CO2e per metric ton in 2022. This indicates ongoing efforts to enhance operational efficiency and reduce the carbon footprint associated with their production processes. Overall, General Tuna Corporation is actively working towards substantial emissions reductions, aligning with global climate action goals and demonstrating a commitment to sustainability in the fishing industry.

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325,357,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. General Tuna Corporation's primary industry is Sugar, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for General Tuna Corporation is in PH, which has a high grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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General Tuna Corporation 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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