Heristo
Heristo AG, a prominent player in the food industry, is headquartered in Germany and operates extensively across Europe. Founded in 1992, the company has established itself as a leader in the production of high-quality meat and convenience products, catering to both retail and food service sectors. Heristo's core offerings include a diverse range of meat products, ready-to-eat meals, and innovative convenience solutions, all distinguished by their commitment to quality and sustainability. The company has achieved significant milestones, including strategic acquisitions that have expanded its market reach and product portfolio. With a strong focus on customer satisfaction and product excellence, Heristo AG continues to solidify its position as a trusted name in the food industry, recognised for its dedication to quality and innovation.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Heristo'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
Heristo's score of 15 is higher than 54% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Heristo's reported carbon emissions
Heristo, headquartered in Germany, has made significant strides in addressing its carbon emissions and climate commitments. As of the latest available data, the company has not disclosed specific emissions figures for recent years. However, it has reported production emission factors for various products, such as 35.0 kg CO2e per kg for beef, 4.1 kg CO2e per kg for pork, and 2.3 kg CO2e per kg for tofu, indicating its involvement in the food production sector. Heristo is committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, with a long-term target that encompasses all scopes of emissions. This commitment was formalised in 2023, aligning with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The company is a member of the BA1.5 group, which signifies its dedication to limiting global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius. While specific reduction targets have not been detailed, Heristo's commitment to net-zero emissions reflects its proactive approach to sustainability in the food production industry. The company continues to explore ways to reduce its carbon footprint and enhance its environmental performance.
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Heristo 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.
