Marfrig Global Foods S.A., commonly referred to as Marfrig, is a leading player in the food products nec industry, headquartered in Brazil. Founded in 1986, the company has established a strong presence in major operational regions across South America and beyond, focusing on the production and distribution of high-quality meat products.
Marfrig is renowned for its diverse portfolio, which includes beef, poultry, and processed food items, setting itself apart through sustainable practices and innovative production techniques. The company has achieved significant milestones, including strategic acquisitions that have bolstered its market position, making it one of the largest meat producers globally.
With a commitment to quality and sustainability, Marfrig continues to excel in the competitive food industry, earning recognition for its efforts in responsible sourcing and environmental stewardship.
+28 vs industry average
Marfrig’s score of 45 is higher than 67% 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
Food Product Manufacturing is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Food Product Manufacturing industry has increased its overall emissions by 9% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Marfrig's reported carbon emissions
Marfrig, a food products company headquartered in Brazil, has reported significant greenhouse gas emissions. For the 2024 reporting year, Marfrig's total emissions reached approximately 22.7 billion kg CO2e. This figure is composed of Scope 1 emissions totalling about 300.8 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 180.5 million kg CO2e (market-based), and substantial Scope 3 emissions, with purchased goods and services accounting for about 22.4 billion kg CO2e.
The company has established several climate commitments. Marfrig Global Foods S/A has committed to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 68% by 2035, using 2019 as a baseline year. Additionally, they aim to increase the sourcing of renewable electricity to 100% by 2030, up from 27% in 2019. Marfrig has also set a target to reduce its Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services by 33% per head finished by 2035, also based on a 2019 baseline.
Previously, Marfrig had set nearer-term goals to reduce Scope 1 emissions by 20% and Scope 2 emissions by 15% by 2025, both from a 2020 baseline. These targets are aligned with a 1.5°C trajectory. The company's emissions data is not cascaded from a parent organisation.
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Marfrig’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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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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