Ornua
Ornua, formerly known as the Irish Dairy Board, is a leading dairy co-operative headquartered in Ireland (IE). Established in 1961, Ornua has grown to become a significant player in the global dairy industry, with operations spanning across Europe, North America, and Asia. The company focuses on the production and export of high-quality dairy products, including cheese, butter, and powdered milk, renowned for their exceptional taste and quality. With a commitment to sustainability and innovation, Ornua has achieved notable milestones, such as the launch of its flagship brand, Kerrygold, which has gained international acclaim. The co-operative's strong market position is underscored by its dedication to supporting Irish dairy farmers and its emphasis on premium product offerings, making it a trusted name in the dairy sector.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Ornua'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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Industry Benchmark
Ornua's score of 10 is lower than 80% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Ornua's reported carbon emissions
Ornua Co-operative Limited, headquartered in Ireland, has set ambitious climate commitments aimed at significantly reducing its greenhouse gas emissions. Although specific emissions data for the most recent year is not available, Ornua has established a target to reduce absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2022 as the base year. This commitment includes a specific reduction target of 30.3% for Scope 3 emissions, which encompass indirect emissions in the value chain. In addition to these reduction targets, Ornua has pledged to achieve no deforestation across its primary deforestation-linked commodities by December 31, 2025. These initiatives align with industry standards for climate action and demonstrate Ornua's commitment to sustainability within the food and beverage processing sector.
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Ornua is committed to some reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
