Quesería Main
Quesería Main, also known as Quesos de Cabrales, is a distinguished cheese producer headquartered in Spain, specifically in the picturesque region of Asturias. Founded in the early 1990s, the company has established itself as a leader in the artisanal cheese industry, specialising in the production of Cabrales cheese, a renowned blue cheese with a Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) status. With a commitment to traditional methods and high-quality ingredients, Quesería Main offers a unique range of cheeses that reflect the rich heritage of Asturian cheesemaking. Their products are celebrated for their robust flavours and distinctive textures, setting them apart in a competitive market. Over the years, Quesería Main has garnered numerous accolades, solidifying its position as a key player in the gourmet cheese sector, both nationally and internationally.
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Quesería Main's reported carbon emissions
In 2015, Quesería Main reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,200,000 kg CO2e, comprising Scope 1 emissions of about 1,399,462 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of around 15,912 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of approximately 1,518,158 kg CO2e. The significant contributors to Scope 1 emissions included mobile combustion (about 41,455 kg CO2e) and stationary combustion (approximately 43,301 kg CO2e). Scope 3 emissions were primarily driven by purchased goods and services (around 43,153 kg CO2e) and waste generated in operations (approximately 93,597 kg CO2e). Currently, Quesería Main has not established specific reduction targets or climate pledges, indicating a potential area for future commitment in addressing their carbon footprint. The absence of documented reduction initiatives suggests that the company may be in the early stages of developing a comprehensive climate strategy.
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Add to project| 2015 | |
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| Scope 1 | 1,399,461.56 |
| Scope 2 | 15,912 |
| Scope 3 | 1,518,157.79 |
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Quesería Main is not committed to any 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.
