Marel
Marel, a leading global provider of advanced food processing solutions, is headquartered in Iceland (IS) and operates extensively across Europe, North America, and Asia. Founded in 1983, Marel has established itself as a pioneer in the food industry, focusing on innovative technologies for the meat, poultry, and fish sectors. The company offers a comprehensive range of products and services, including processing equipment, software solutions, and integrated systems that enhance efficiency and sustainability. Marel's commitment to innovation is evident in its unique offerings, which are designed to meet the evolving needs of food processors worldwide. With a strong market position, Marel has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for its cutting-edge technology and contributions to food safety. As a trusted partner in the food processing industry, Marel continues to drive advancements that shape the future of food production.
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Marel's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Marel reported total carbon emissions of approximately 371,744,000 kg CO2e. This includes 8,367,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which encompass direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and 3,813,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, related to purchased electricity and heat. The majority of their emissions, about 359,563,000 kg CO2e, fall under Scope 3, which includes indirect emissions from the value chain, such as the use of sold products and business travel. Marel has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions by 2040. They have also established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year. Additionally, they plan to cut Scope 3 emissions by 25% by the same year. In the near term, Marel aims to achieve a 20% reduction in carbon emissions from both Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 2026. These commitments reflect Marel's proactive approach to addressing climate change and align with industry standards for greenhouse gas reduction.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 5,857,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 4,538,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 12,313,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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