Nutreco N.V., headquartered in the Netherlands, is a leading global player in the animal nutrition and aquaculture sectors. Founded in 1994, the company has established a strong presence across Europe, Asia, and the Americas, focusing on sustainable practices and innovative solutions. Nutreco's core offerings include high-quality feed and nutritional products designed to enhance the health and performance of livestock and aquaculture species. Their commitment to research and development sets them apart, enabling them to deliver tailored solutions that meet the evolving needs of the industry. With a reputation for excellence, Nutreco has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in sustainable aquaculture and animal feed technologies. As a trusted partner in the agricultural sector, Nutreco continues to drive progress towards a more sustainable food system.
How does Nutreco'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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Nutreco's score of 30 is higher than 60% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2022, Nutreco reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 12.6 billion kg CO2e, comprising 222,875,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 12.2 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Notably, Nutreco has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 30% by 2030 from a 2018 baseline. Additionally, the company targets a 58% reduction in Scope 3 emissions per unit of value added over the same timeframe. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are classified as consistent with keeping global warming well below 2°C. Nutreco's emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, Nutreco N.V., reflecting its commitment to sustainability within the food production sector. The company has demonstrated a proactive approach to addressing climate change, focusing on both operational and supply chain emissions.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 156,500,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 |
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.
Nutreco 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.


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