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.
How does Nomad Foods's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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In 2024, Nomad Foods reported total carbon emissions of approximately 362,534,000 kg CO2e, comprising 101,212,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 2,346,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and 258,933,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This represents a decrease from 2023, where total emissions were about 390,680,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 108,275,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 (market-based) at 3,069,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 279,335,000 kg CO2e. Nomad Foods has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 30% reduction in Scope 1 emissions by 2030 from a 2020 baseline and a near-zero target for Scope 2 emissions by 2025. Additionally, the company is a member of the UN’s Race to Zero campaign, committing to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 at the latest. The company has also established science-based targets, committing to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 25% in absolute terms and 45% per ton of product produced by 2025, using 2019 as the baseline year. Furthermore, they aim for 75% of their suppliers to have science-based targets by 2025. Overall, Nomad Foods is actively working towards significant emissions reductions across all scopes, demonstrating a strong commitment to sustainability and climate action.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 57,800,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 56,100,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 170,500,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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