Rcl
RCL Foods, a leading player in the South African food industry, is headquartered in Johannesburg and operates extensively across the continent. Founded in 1960, the company has achieved significant milestones, including the expansion of its product range and market presence. RCL Foods is renowned for its diverse portfolio, which includes poultry, grocery, and baking products, distinguished by a commitment to quality and innovation. With a strong focus on sustainability and community engagement, RCL Foods has positioned itself as a trusted brand in the market. The company’s core offerings, such as its well-known brands in the chicken and baking sectors, set it apart through their emphasis on freshness and nutritional value. RCL Foods continues to thrive, reflecting its dedication to excellence and customer satisfaction in the competitive food landscape.
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Industry Average
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Rcl's score of 19 is higher than 55% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Rcl's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, RCL Foods reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,043,052 tonnes CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 517,596 tonnes CO2e from Scope 1, 525,456 tonnes CO2e from Scope 2, and no reported Scope 3 emissions. Over the years, RCL Foods has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, achieving a significant reduction from 1,002,500 tonnes CO2e in 2011 to the latest figure in 2023. The company has made strides in improving its emissions intensity, with Scope 1 emissions intensity reported at 12.0 tonnes CO2e per unit of revenue and Scope 2 emissions intensity at 12.0 tonnes CO2e per unit of electricity consumed in 2023. RCL Foods has also been actively participating in the CDP (formerly Carbon Disclosure Project), receiving scores that reflect its ongoing efforts in sustainability, including a score of "C" in 2023. While specific reduction targets have not been detailed, RCL Foods continues to engage in initiatives aimed at enhancing its sustainability practices and reducing greenhouse gas emissions across its operations. The company’s focus on carbon efficiency and emissions management aligns with industry standards and reflects a growing commitment to addressing climate change.
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Add to project2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,002,215,000 | 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 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,150,473,000 | 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 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 541,119,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Rcl 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.
