Givaudan
Givaudan SA, a global leader in the flavour and fragrance industry, is headquartered in Switzerland (CH) and operates extensively across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Founded in 1895, Givaudan has established itself as a pioneer in creating innovative taste and scent solutions, serving a diverse range of sectors including food and beverage, personal care, and household products. The company is renowned for its unique ability to blend creativity with cutting-edge technology, offering a wide array of flavours and fragrances that enhance consumer experiences. Givaudan's commitment to sustainability and innovation has positioned it as a market leader, consistently achieving notable milestones such as advancements in natural ingredients and sustainable sourcing practices. With a rich heritage and a forward-thinking approach, Givaudan continues to shape the future of the flavour and fragrance industry.
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Givaudan's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Givaudan, headquartered in Switzerland (CH), reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,049,127,000 kg CO2e. This includes 132,065,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 8,342,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 3,908,720,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions, committing to a 70% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using 2015 as the baseline. Additionally, Givaudan aims to cut its Scope 3 emissions by 20% over the same timeframe. In line with its long-term climate strategy, Givaudan has pledged to achieve net-zero emissions across its entire value chain by 2045. This commitment includes a goal to become climate positive by 2050, which entails removing more greenhouse gases from the atmosphere than it emits. The company is also part of the UN's Business Ambition for 1.5°C initiative, reinforcing its dedication to climate action. Givaudan's emissions data and reduction targets are not cascaded from any parent organization, as it operates independently. The company is actively working towards its sustainability goals, including a commitment to power all its sites with renewable electricity by 2025.
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| 2009 | 2010 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 102,452,600 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 113,687,000 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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