Lactalis Sustainability Profile
Lactalis Group, a leading player in the dairy industry, is headquartered in Laval, France. Founded in 1933, the company has grown to become one of the largest dairy producers globally, with significant operations across Europe, North America, and Asia. Lactalis is renowned for its diverse range of products, including cheese, milk, and butter, with iconic brands such as Président and Galbani. The company’s commitment to quality and innovation has positioned it as a market leader, achieving notable milestones such as expanding its product portfolio through strategic acquisitions. Lactalis prides itself on its sustainable practices and dedication to local sourcing, which enhances the unique flavours of its offerings. With a strong presence in over 100 countries, Lactalis continues to set industry standards while delivering exceptional dairy products to consumers worldwide.
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Lactalis's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Lactalis reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 44.9 billion kg CO2e, comprising 1.9 billion kg CO2e from Scope 1, 589.3 million kg CO2e from Scope 2, and about 42.4 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. For the UK specifically, Lactalis's emissions were approximately 14.3 million kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 6.8 million kg CO2e for Scope 2. Lactalis has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 46.2% by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company has committed to achieving net-zero emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. This includes a long-term target to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 90% by 2050, also from a 2019 baseline. The company is also focused on engaging its supply chain, with a goal that 73.8% of its suppliers and customers by emissions will have science-based targets by 2028. Furthermore, Lactalis has pledged to eliminate deforestation linked to its primary commodities by the end of 2025. These targets and commitments are cascaded from its parent company, Groupe Lactalis S.A., which provides the overarching framework for sustainability initiatives across its subsidiaries.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,700,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 550,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 |
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Lactalis'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.
Lactalis has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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