Roquette Frères, commonly known as Roquette, is a leading global player in the food, pharmaceutical, and industrial sectors, headquartered in France. Founded in 1933, the company has established a strong presence across Europe, Asia, and the Americas, focusing on innovative plant-based ingredients and solutions. Specialising in starches, proteins, and polyols, Roquette is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and quality. Its core products, including maltodextrins and sweeteners, are designed to enhance food texture and nutritional value, setting the company apart in a competitive market. With a robust market position, Roquette has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in bioplastics and plant-based alternatives, reinforcing its reputation as a pioneer in the industry. The company continues to drive innovation, catering to the evolving needs of its diverse clientele.
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In 2024, Roquette reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 7,955,913,000 kg CO2e, comprising 1,908,379,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 380,258,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 5,667,275,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of about 7,321,912,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 1,909,727,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at 370,157,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at 5,042,029,000 kg CO2e. Roquette has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 30% by 2025 from a 2020 baseline. Additionally, the company has committed to a 25% reduction in absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 2030, using 2021 as the base year. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are classified as consistent with keeping global warming well below 2°C. The company has also reported initiatives to avoid approximately 1,000,000 tonnes CO2e annually by 2025, building on a previous target of 860,287 tonnes CO2e avoided in 2020. Roquette's commitment to reducing emissions reflects its proactive approach to sustainability within the food and beverage processing sector, headquartered in France.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Roquette's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 12% last year and decreased by approximately 7% since 2021, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 71% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 60% of Scope 3 emissions.
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Roquette has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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