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Riverford Organic Vegetables Ltd.

Riverford Organic Vegetables Ltd., commonly known as Riverford, is a leading organic food company headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1987, Riverford has established itself as a pioneer in the organic vegetable delivery sector, serving customers across the UK with a commitment to sustainability and quality. The company specialises in providing a diverse range of organic produce, including seasonal vegetables, fruits, and meal kits, all sourced from its own farms and trusted local growers. Riverford's unique approach to organic farming and its emphasis on ethical practices have garnered a loyal customer base and numerous accolades within the industry. With a strong market position, Riverford continues to innovate, promoting healthy eating and environmental stewardship while making organic food accessible to households nationwide.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Riverford Organic Vegetables Ltd.'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.

18

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Vegetable Farms 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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Industry Benchmark

Riverford Organic Vegetables Ltd.'s score of 18 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Riverford Organic Vegetables Ltd.'s reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Riverford Organic Vegetables Ltd. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 10,693,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 7,478,170 kg CO2e, primarily from mobile combustion, and 106,930 kg CO2e from fugitive emissions. Additionally, the company recorded Scope 2 emissions of approximately 1,176,230 kg CO2e from purchased electricity. Comparatively, in 2021, Riverford's Scope 1 emissions were significantly higher, at about 15,328,000 kg CO2e, indicating a notable reduction in emissions over the two-year period. However, there are currently no disclosed targets for further emissions reductions or specific climate pledges from the company. Riverford's commitment to sustainability is evident in its efforts to monitor and report emissions, although detailed reduction initiatives or targets have not been specified. The company continues to align with industry standards for climate accountability, focusing on transparency in its emissions reporting.

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Scope 3
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Riverford Organic Vegetables Ltd.'s primary industry is Vegetables, 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 Riverford Organic Vegetables Ltd. is in GB, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Riverford Organic Vegetables Ltd. is participating in some of the initiatives that 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.

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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