Royal Avebe, headquartered in the Netherlands, is a leading player in the potato starch industry, specialising in the production of high-quality starches and proteins derived from potatoes. Founded in 1919, the company has established itself as a pioneer in sustainable agricultural practices and innovative processing techniques, serving various sectors including food, paper, and textiles. With a strong presence in Europe and expanding operations globally, Royal Avebe is renowned for its unique product offerings, such as native and modified starches, which are distinguished by their versatility and functionality. The company’s commitment to sustainability and quality has positioned it as a trusted partner in the food industry, contributing to its notable achievements in market leadership and innovation.
How does Royal Avebe'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.
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Royal Avebe's score of 13 is lower than 63% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, Royal Avebe reported carbon emissions of approximately 160,000,000 kg CO2e, a reduction from about 206,914,000 kg CO2e in 2021. This demonstrates a significant decrease in Scope 1 emissions over the years, with 2020 emissions at about 207,605,000 kg CO2e and 2019 at approximately 194,651,000 kg CO2e. The highest recorded emissions were in 2018, at about 250,878,000 kg CO2e. Royal Avebe has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 12% reduction in carbon emissions per tonne of product by 2023, compared to the baseline of 2017/2018. This target applies to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, reflecting the company's focus on improving operational efficiency and reducing its carbon footprint. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that Royal Avebe independently tracks and reports its carbon emissions. The company continues to prioritise sustainability and climate action as part of its operational strategy.
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2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 250,878,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | - |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - |
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Royal Avebe is not participating in any 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.