Griesson
Griesson, officially known as Griesson - de Beukelaer GmbH & Co. KG, is a prominent player in the German confectionery industry, headquartered in the heart of Germany. Founded in 1865, the company has established itself as a leader in the production of high-quality biscuits and snacks, with a strong presence in both domestic and international markets. With a diverse portfolio that includes classic biscuits, wafers, and seasonal specialities, Griesson is renowned for its commitment to quality and innovation. The company’s unique recipes and dedication to using premium ingredients set its products apart in a competitive landscape. Griesson has achieved notable milestones, including expanding its operational reach across Europe, solidifying its market position as a trusted brand among consumers.
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Griesson's score of 25 is higher than 54% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Griesson's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Griesson – de Beukelaer reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 544,957,000 kg CO2e, which includes 19,507,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 399,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company also disclosed significant Scope 3 emissions, primarily from upstream transportation and distribution, amounting to about 503,753,000 kg CO2e. Griesson – de Beukelaer has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2020 as the base year. Additionally, the company plans to transition to 100% renewable electricity sourcing by 2030, up from 0% in 2020. For Scope 3 emissions, specifically from purchased goods and services, Griesson aims for a 25% reduction by 2030. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to contribute to global efforts to limit temperature rise to 1.5°C. Griesson's proactive approach reflects its commitment to sustainability within the food and beverage processing sector, based in Germany.
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Add to project| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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| Scope 1 | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | 0,000,000 | - | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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