Land O Lakes Inc Star
Land O’Lakes, Inc. is a prominent American agricultural cooperative headquartered in the United States, with significant operations across the Midwest and beyond. Founded in 1921, the company has evolved into a leader in the dairy and agricultural sectors, focusing on dairy products, animal feed, and crop inputs. Renowned for its high-quality butter and cheese, Land O’Lakes distinguishes itself through its commitment to sustainability and innovation in farming practices. The cooperative serves a vast network of farmers and consumers, positioning itself as a trusted partner in the agricultural community. With a rich history marked by key milestones, Land O’Lakes continues to achieve notable success, including recognition for its contributions to food production and rural development. Its dedication to quality and community engagement solidifies its status as a market leader in the agricultural industry.
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Land O Lakes Inc Star's score of 22 is higher than 57% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Land O Lakes Inc Star's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Land O'Lakes Inc. reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 288,583,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 174,029,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. This data reflects their commitment to transparency in emissions reporting, although no Scope 3 emissions data was disclosed for this year. The company has set ambitious climate targets, committing to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2020 as the base year. Additionally, Land O'Lakes aims to achieve a 25% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to support efforts to limit global warming to 1.5°C. In previous years, Land O'Lakes reported higher emissions, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 288,966,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at about 225,476,000 kg CO2e in 2021, and Scope 1 at around 296,167,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at about 231,665,000 kg CO2e in 2020. The company’s ongoing efforts to reduce emissions demonstrate a proactive approach to climate change and sustainability within the food and beverage processing sector.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 296,167,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 231,665,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 11,667,604,000 | 00,000,000,000 | - |
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