Jbs
JBS S.A., a leading global player in the food industry, is headquartered in Brazil (BR) and operates extensively across North America, South America, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 1953, JBS has grown to become one of the largest meat processing companies in the world, specialising in beef, pork, and poultry products. The company is renowned for its commitment to quality and sustainability, offering a diverse range of products that cater to various consumer needs. With a strong market position, JBS has achieved significant milestones, including the acquisition of several key brands and a robust supply chain that ensures traceability and safety. Its innovative approach to food production and processing sets JBS apart, making it a trusted choice for customers globally. As a pioneer in the industry, JBS continues to lead with integrity and excellence.
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Jbs's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, JBS S.A., headquartered in Brazil, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 156,535,553,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 3,455,664,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 1,548,742,000 kg CO2e, and a significant Scope 3 total of around 151,531,147,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions, committing to a 30% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. This commitment is part of a broader strategy to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. In 2022, JBS reported total emissions of about 187,559,356,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 3,762,136,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at around 1,453,967,000 kg CO2e. The company has made strides in reducing its emissions intensity, achieving a 20% reduction in GHG emission intensity from 2013 to 2020. JBS's climate commitments are reinforced by its participation in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), where it has committed to net-zero emissions across all scopes. The company has also engaged in sustainability-linked financing, securing $1 billion in bonds tied to its emissions reduction targets. Overall, JBS is actively working towards significant emissions reductions and aims to enhance its sustainability practices in the food and beverage processing sector.
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| 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 403,902,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 16,083,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
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