Rcl
RCL Foods, a leading player in the South African food industry, is headquartered in ZA and operates extensively across the region. Founded in 1960, the company has established itself as a key provider of high-quality food products, specialising in poultry, grocery, and pet food sectors. With a diverse portfolio that includes well-known brands, RCL Foods is recognised for its commitment to innovation and sustainability, setting it apart in a competitive market. The company has achieved significant milestones, including strategic acquisitions and expansions that have bolstered its market position. RCL Foods is dedicated to delivering exceptional value through its core offerings, which are designed to meet the evolving needs of consumers. Its focus on quality and sustainability has earned it a reputable standing within the industry, making it a trusted choice for customers across Southern Africa.
DitchCarbon Score
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Rcl's score of 26 is higher than 83% 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, headquartered in South Africa (ZA), reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,043,052,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 527,733,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and 508,075,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has consistently disclosed emissions across all three scopes, with a total of 1,043,052,000 kg CO2e in 2023, reflecting their commitment to transparency in climate reporting. RCL Foods has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as per the latest data, indicating a potential area for improvement in their climate strategy. The absence of documented reduction initiatives suggests that while the company is actively measuring its emissions, it may not yet have formalised plans to reduce its carbon footprint significantly. Overall, RCL Foods' emissions data highlights the importance of ongoing monitoring and the need for strategic commitments to achieve meaningful reductions in greenhouse gas emissions in the future.
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| 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 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 | 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
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
Rcl 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.
