Greencore
Greencore Group plc, commonly known as Greencore, is a leading manufacturer of convenience foods headquartered in Ireland (IE). Established in 1991, the company has grown significantly, with major operations across the UK and the US. Specialising in ready-to-eat meals, sandwiches, and salads, Greencore is renowned for its commitment to quality and innovation in the food industry. With a focus on fresh, convenient food solutions, Greencore has carved out a strong market position, serving a diverse range of customers, including major retailers and foodservice operators. The company has achieved notable milestones, including strategic acquisitions that have expanded its product offerings and operational capabilities. Greencore's dedication to sustainability and food safety further distinguishes its core products, making it a trusted partner in the convenience food sector.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Greencore'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.
Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Food Product Manufacturing 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.
Industry Benchmark
Greencore's score of 54 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Greencore's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Greencore Group plc reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,490,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 71,858,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 21,508,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching around 969,879,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 46.2% by FY2030, using FY2019 as the baseline. Additionally, Greencore is targeting a 42% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services and upstream transportation and distribution per tonne of product sold within the same timeframe. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to support efforts to limit global warming to 1.5°C. Greencore's commitment to sustainability is further underscored by its participation in the Amazon Climate Pledge, reinforcing its dedication to reducing its environmental impact.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 60,952,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 28,654,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 980,927,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Greencore is committed to some 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.
