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.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Greencore's score of 65 is higher than 82% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Greencore's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Greencore Group plc reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,049,003,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 88,304,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at around 21,719,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching approximately 960,699,000 kg CO2e. This represents a slight decrease from 2023, where total emissions were about 1,063,245,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 93,366,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 21,508,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 969,879,000 kg CO2e. Greencore has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net zero emissions for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 2040. Additionally, the company has pledged to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 46.2% by 2030, using a 2019 baseline of 89,606 tCO2e. For Scope 3 emissions, Greencore targets a reduction of 33.3% by 2030. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Greencore's commitment to sustainable practices within the food and beverage processing sector. The company is also a signatory of the Amazon Climate Pledge, reinforcing its dedication to achieving significant emissions reductions in the coming years.
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| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 71,875,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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