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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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79

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.

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Orkla ASA's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, 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), 46,925,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and 6,467,449,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions across its value chain by 2045. Orkla ASA has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 65% by 2025 and 70% by 2030, using 2016 as the base year. Additionally, it aims to cut Scope 3 emissions by 42% by 2030 from a 2020 baseline. Long-term goals include a 90% reduction in Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 2045, with specific targets for forest, land, and agriculture (FLAG) emissions, aiming for a 72% reduction by the same year. These commitments align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Orkla's dedication to sustainable practices within the food and beverage processing sector.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Orkla ASA's primary industry is Food products nec, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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 Orkla ASA is in NO, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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