Kerry Group, often referred to simply as Kerry, is a leading player in the chemicals nec industry, headquartered in Ireland (IE). Founded in 1972, the company has established a strong presence in various operational regions, including Europe, North America, and Asia. Kerry is renowned for its innovative solutions in food ingredients and flavours, serving a diverse range of sectors from food and beverage to pharmaceuticals.
The company’s core offerings include taste and nutrition solutions that are distinguished by their quality and sustainability. Kerry's commitment to research and development has positioned it as a market leader, with notable achievements in product innovation and customer partnerships. With a focus on delivering unique, tailored solutions, Kerry continues to shape the future of the chemicals industry while maintaining a strong emphasis on sustainability and performance.
+46 vs industry average
Kerry’s score of 75 is higher than 83% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Chemicals is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Chemicals industry has reduced its overall emissions by 6% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Kerry's reported carbon emissions
Kerry's latest reported emissions for 2025 are approximately 7.07 billion kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 334.3 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) of approximately 27 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling around 6.71 billion kg CO2e. The largest contributor to Scope 3 emissions is purchased goods and services, accounting for approximately 5.32 billion kg CO2e. For 2024, Kerry reported total emissions of about 9.32 billion kg CO2e. This comprised Scope 1 emissions of approximately 433.6 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) of about 28.7 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling approximately 8.86 billion kg CO2e. Notably, purchased goods and services represented about 7.36 billion kg CO2e within their Scope 3 total. Kerry has made significant climate commitments. The company aims to achieve Net Zero emissions before 2050 across all scopes. They have set a near-term target to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 55% by 2030, using a 2017 baseline. This target is validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and aligns with the Paris Agreement's goal of limiting global temperature increase to 1.5°C. In terms of achievements, Kerry reported a 48% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by year-end 2022 against their 2017 baseline. They also achieved a 52% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by March 2026 against the same 2017 baseline. Kerry also has specific targets for Scope 3 emissions, aiming for a 30.3% reduction in Forest, Land and Agriculture (FLAG) emissions and a 25% reduction in non-FLAG Scope 3 emissions by 2030, both against a 2022 base year. Their long-term ambition includes a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2049 and a 72% reduction in absolute Scope 3 FLAG emissions by 2049. Furthermore, Kerry commits to no deforestation across its primary deforestation-linked commodities by the end of 2025. Kerry's emissions data is not cascaded from a parent company; it is reported directly by Kerry Group plc.
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Kerry’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
3 goals2030
55% reduction in all scopes
55% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 carbon emissions versus a 2017 base year
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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