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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.

DitchCarbon Score

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.

14

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 14 is higher than 89% 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. Over the years, the company has shown fluctuations in its emissions, with a notable peak in 2018 at approximately 173,048,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 alone. The emissions data from previous years indicates a trend of increasing emissions, with Scope 1 emissions rising from about 152,082,000 kg CO2e in 2016 to 192,051,000 kg CO2e in 2021, before slightly decreasing to 190,493,000 kg CO2e in 2022. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data. Despite the lack of specific reduction targets or initiatives outlined in their climate commitments, General Tuna Corporation continues to monitor and report its emissions, reflecting a commitment to transparency in its environmental impact. The GHG emissions intensity has also been reported, with figures indicating a decrease from 600.0 kg CO2e per metric ton of product in 2020 to 510.0 kg CO2e per metric ton in 2023, suggesting some progress in improving efficiency. Overall, while General Tuna Corporation has not set formal reduction targets, its ongoing emissions reporting and intensity improvements indicate a potential commitment to addressing climate change within its operations.

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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. General Tuna Corporation is headquartered in PH, which has a rank of high, indicating high grid carbon intensity.

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.

General Tuna Corporation is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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

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