Orkla ASA
Orkla ASA, a leading player in the consumer goods sector, is headquartered in Oslo, Norway. Founded in 1654, the company has evolved significantly, establishing a strong presence across the Nordic and Baltic regions, as well as in Central and Eastern Europe. Orkla operates primarily in the food, confectionery, and personal care industries, offering a diverse range of products that include well-known brands in snacks, frozen foods, and household items. With a commitment to quality and sustainability, Orkla's unique approach combines traditional craftsmanship with modern innovation, ensuring that their offerings meet the evolving needs of consumers. The company has achieved notable market positions, consistently ranking among the top suppliers in its sectors, and has received recognition for its efforts in corporate social responsibility. Through strategic acquisitions and a focus on brand development, Orkla ASA continues to strengthen its influence in the global marketplace.
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Orkla ASA's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Orkla ASA reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 6,582,567,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 108,116,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 7,003,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2, market-based), and a significant 6,467,449,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its emissions, aiming for a 65% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2025, based on a 2016 baseline. This target is part of a broader commitment to achieve a 90% reduction in these scopes by 2045. Orkla ASA's climate commitments are validated by the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi), aligning with the Paris Agreement. The company also aims to reduce its absolute Scope 3 emissions by 42% by 2030 from a 2020 baseline, with a long-term goal of a 90% reduction by 2045. Additionally, Orkla has committed to no deforestation across its primary deforestation-linked commodities by the end of 2025. In 2023, Orkla reported a total of approximately 3,140,917,000 kg CO2e in Scope 3 emissions, indicating a focus on addressing indirect emissions throughout its value chain. The company is on track to meet its near-term targets, having achieved a 62% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions from its operations as of 2023. Overall, Orkla ASA's comprehensive approach to emissions reduction reflects its commitment to sustainability and climate action, with clear targets and a structured plan to achieve net-zero emissions by 2045.
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| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 136,424,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 167,239,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 3,921,106,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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