Kingfish Zeeland
Kingfish Zeeland, officially known as The Kingfish Company, is a pioneering aquaculture firm headquartered in the Netherlands. Established in 2015, the company has rapidly positioned itself as a leader in sustainable seafood production, primarily focusing on the cultivation of yellowtail kingfish. With operations extending across Europe and North America, Kingfish Zeeland is committed to innovative farming practices that prioritise environmental responsibility. The company’s unique recirculating aquaculture systems (RAS) allow for efficient, land-based fish farming, ensuring high-quality products while minimising ecological impact. Kingfish Zeeland has garnered recognition for its commitment to sustainability and has achieved significant milestones, including the successful launch of its first commercial-scale facility. As a frontrunner in the aquaculture industry, Kingfish Zeeland continues to set benchmarks for quality and sustainability in seafood production.
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Kingfish Zeeland's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Kingfish Zeeland reported total emissions of approximately 5,170,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes emissions from various sources, with 230,000 kg CO2e attributed to Scope 1 emissions from company facilities, 40,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions related to purchased electricity, and 4,900,000 kg CO2e from purchased goods and services, which fall under Scope 1 and 2 combined. Comparatively, in 2022, the company recorded total emissions of about 5,340,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 210,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at 20,000 kg CO2e, and 5,100,000 kg CO2e from purchased goods and services. In 2021, the total emissions were approximately 5,390,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 140,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at 10,000 kg CO2e, and 5,250,000 kg CO2e from purchased goods and services. Despite the slight fluctuations in emissions over the years, Kingfish Zeeland has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. The absence of defined climate pledges or science-based targets indicates a potential area for improvement in their sustainability strategy. As the company continues to operate within the aquaculture industry, addressing these emissions will be crucial for aligning with global climate commitments and enhancing their environmental responsibility.
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Kingfish Zeeland is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
