Nomad Foods
Nomad Foods Limited, headquartered in Great Britain, is a leading player in the frozen food industry, specialising in high-quality frozen meals and snacks. Founded in 2014, the company has rapidly expanded its footprint across Europe, with significant operations in countries such as Germany, Italy, and France. Nomad Foods is renowned for its flagship brands, including Birds Eye, Findus, and Iglo, which offer a diverse range of products that prioritise sustainability and convenience. The company has achieved notable milestones, such as its successful acquisition of various iconic brands, solidifying its market position as a trusted provider of frozen food solutions. With a commitment to innovation and quality, Nomad Foods continues to set industry standards while catering to the evolving tastes of consumers.
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Nomad Foods's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Nomad Foods reported total carbon emissions of approximately 219,890,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 80,200,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions at approximately 139,690,000 kg CO2e. Notably, Scope 2 emissions were reported as zero, indicating a potential reliance on renewable energy sources or a lack of market-based emissions data. Comparatively, in 2022, the company’s total emissions were about 258,800,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions of approximately 85,210,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at about 40,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching approximately 173,550,000 kg CO2e. This reflects a reduction in total emissions of about 38,910,000 kg CO2e from 2022 to 2023. Nomad Foods has set ambitious climate commitments, including a target to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050, as part of the UN’s Race to Zero campaign. Additionally, the company aims for a 30% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030 from a 2020 baseline. For the near term, they are targeting a reduction of 45% per ton of product produced and 25% in absolute terms for Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 2025, based on a 2019 baseline. Furthermore, they commit that 75% of their suppliers by emissions will have science-based targets by 2025. Overall, Nomad Foods is actively working towards significant emissions reductions while aligning with global climate initiatives, demonstrating a commitment to sustainability in the food and beverage processing sector.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 57,800,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 56,100,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000 | - |
| Scope 3 | 170,500,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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