James Finlay
James Finlay Ltd, commonly referred to as Finlay, is a prominent player in the global tea and coffee industry, headquartered in Great Britain. Established in 1750, the company has a rich heritage and has evolved significantly over the centuries, with major operational regions spanning Africa, Asia, and South America. Specialising in the sourcing, blending, and distribution of high-quality tea and coffee, James Finlay is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and ethical sourcing practices. Their unique offerings include a diverse range of premium teas and coffees, catering to both retail and foodservice sectors. With a strong market position, James Finlay has achieved notable milestones, including certifications for sustainability and quality excellence, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner in the beverage industry.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
James Finlay's score of 30 is higher than 96% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
James Finlay's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, James Finlay Limited reported carbon emissions of approximately 15,549,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 6,178,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, totalling around 21,727,000 kg CO2e for these scopes. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2040. For the near term, James Finlay has committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50% by 2030 from a 2022 baseline, alongside a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. Additionally, they aim to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 3 FLAG (Forestry, Agriculture, Land Use and GHG) emissions by 30.3% by 2030, with a commitment to no deforestation in their primary commodities by December 31, 2025. Long-term targets include a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions and a 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2040, both from a 2022 base year. The company is actively working towards these goals, reflecting a strong commitment to sustainability and climate action within the food and beverage processing sector.
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Get Started| 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 15,467,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 16,645,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | - |
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