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Food Product Manufacturing
GB
updated 8 months ago

Northern Foods Limited Sustainability Profile

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Northern Foods Limited, headquartered in Great Britain, is a prominent player in the food manufacturing industry, specialising in a diverse range of frozen and chilled products. Founded in the early 20th century, the company has evolved significantly, achieving key milestones that have solidified its market position. With a focus on quality and innovation, Northern Foods offers unique products such as ready meals, bakery items, and frozen snacks, catering to both retail and food service sectors. The company is recognised for its commitment to sustainability and food safety, setting it apart in a competitive landscape. Northern Foods Limited continues to thrive, leveraging its extensive operational regions across the UK and beyond, and remains dedicated to delivering exceptional value to its customers while maintaining a strong reputation in the industry.

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How does Northern Foods Limited'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.

13

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Food Product Manufacturing industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

15

Industry Benchmark

Northern Foods Limited's score of 13 is lower than 63% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Northern Foods Limited's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Boparan Holdings Limited

Northern Foods Limited currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures. The company is a current subsidiary of Boparan Holdings Limited, which may influence its climate commitments and performance metrics. As of now, Northern Foods Limited has not established any documented reduction targets or specific climate pledges. The absence of data suggests that the company may still be in the process of developing its sustainability strategy or reporting framework. Given the lack of specific emissions data and reduction initiatives, it is essential for Northern Foods Limited to align with industry standards and best practices in climate action. This includes setting science-based targets and participating in initiatives such as the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) to enhance transparency and accountability in their environmental impact. In summary, while Northern Foods Limited does not currently report specific emissions or reduction targets, its affiliation with Boparan Holdings Limited may provide a pathway for future climate commitments and performance improvements.

How Carbon Intensive is Northern Foods Limited's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Northern Foods Limited's primary industry is Food Product Manufacturing, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Northern Foods Limited's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Northern Foods Limited is in GB, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Northern Foods Limited'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.

Northern Foods Limited has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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