Mérieux NutriSciences
Mérieux NutriSciences, commonly known as Silliker, is a leading global provider of food safety and quality solutions, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1967, the company has established a strong presence across North America, Europe, and Asia, offering a comprehensive range of services in food testing, consulting, and training. Specialising in microbiological, chemical, and nutritional analysis, Mérieux NutriSciences is renowned for its commitment to innovation and quality assurance. The company’s unique approach combines scientific expertise with advanced technology, ensuring that clients meet regulatory standards and consumer expectations. With a robust market position, Mérieux NutriSciences has achieved numerous accolades for its contributions to food safety and public health, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner in the food industry.
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Mérieux NutriSciences's score of 19 is lower than 80% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Mérieux NutriSciences's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Mérieux NutriSciences reported total carbon emissions of approximately 15,301,720 kg CO2e. This figure includes emissions across all three scopes: Scope 1 emissions were about 20,730 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 1,010 kg CO2e. The majority of their emissions, approximately 15,279,300 kg CO2e, fall under Scope 3, which encompasses indirect emissions from their value chain. Within Scope 3, significant contributors include purchased goods and services, accounting for about 12,680,810 kg CO2e, and upstream leased assets, which contributed approximately 135,980 kg CO2e. Other notable sources include business travel (about 8,820 kg CO2e) and employee commute (approximately 7,630 kg CO2e). Currently, Mérieux NutriSciences has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. As such, their climate commitments remain unclear, and they have not made any public pledges regarding emissions reduction. The company operates within an industry context that increasingly prioritises sustainability and carbon neutrality, highlighting the importance of establishing clear climate action strategies.
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Add to project| 2023 | |
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| Scope 1 | 20,730 |
| Scope 2 | 1,010 |
| Scope 3 | 15,279,300 |
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Mérieux NutriSciences is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
