Hero Sustainability Profile
Hero Group, headquartered in Switzerland (CH), is a prominent player in the food and beverage industry, renowned for its high-quality products and innovative solutions. Founded in 1886, the company has established a strong presence in various operational regions, including Europe and North America. Hero Group is best known for its extensive range of fruit-based products, including jams, baby food, and snacks, which are distinguished by their commitment to natural ingredients and sustainability. The company has achieved significant milestones, such as expanding its product lines and enhancing its market reach, solidifying its position as a trusted brand among consumers. With a focus on quality and innovation, Hero Group continues to lead the market, earning accolades for its dedication to health-conscious offerings and environmental responsibility.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Hero's score of 62 is higher than 80% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Hero's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Hero Group reported total carbon emissions of approximately 611,464,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 32,240,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 31,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled around 578,913,000 kg CO2e. The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of about 632,654,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 33,420,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at around 5,504,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 593,730,000 kg CO2e. Hero Group has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 46.2% by 2030 from a 2019 baseline, and by 90% by 2050. These targets reflect a long-term commitment to sustainability and align with industry standards for climate action. The company is currently on track to meet its near-term reduction goals for 2030. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that Hero Group AG independently reports its carbon footprint and climate initiatives.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 39,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 10,500,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 698,500,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Hero's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Hero's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 2% last year and decreased by approximately 17% since 2021, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 81% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Hero's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Hero has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
