Minerva Foods Sustainability Profile
Minerva Foods, a leading player in the protein sector, is headquartered in Brazil and operates extensively across South America. Founded in 1992, the company has established itself as a significant force in the meat processing industry, specialising in beef, pork, and poultry products. With a commitment to quality and sustainability, Minerva Foods stands out for its traceability and adherence to high standards in animal welfare. The company has achieved notable milestones, including expanding its export markets and enhancing its production capabilities. Recognised for its robust market position, Minerva Foods continues to innovate, ensuring its products meet the evolving demands of consumers worldwide. As a trusted supplier, it plays a crucial role in the global food supply chain, contributing to both local economies and international markets.
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Minerva Foods's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Minerva Foods reported total carbon emissions of approximately 26.1 billion kg CO2e, comprising 445,204,030 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 72,166,950 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and about 25.7 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects the company's ongoing commitment to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint. Minerva Foods has set ambitious climate targets, aiming for net zero emissions across all scopes by 2035, which is 15 years ahead of the Paris Agreement timeline. Additionally, the company plans to reduce the intensity of greenhouse gas emissions in Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 30% by 2030, using 2020 as the baseline year. These initiatives demonstrate Minerva Foods's proactive approach to sustainability and its commitment to transitioning to a low-carbon economy. The emissions data is sourced directly from Minerva S.A., the parent company, ensuring accuracy and consistency in reporting. As the company progresses towards its climate goals, it remains focused on implementing effective strategies to mitigate its environmental impact.
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| 2014 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 299,365,810 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 26,071,600 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Minerva Foods's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Minerva Foods's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 20% last year and increased significantly since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 97% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Minerva Foods'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.
Minerva Foods 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.
