Public Profile

Royal Avebe

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.

DitchCarbon Score

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.

8

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Food Product Manufacturing 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.

5

Industry Benchmark

Royal Avebe's score of 8 is lower than 86% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Royal Avebe's reported carbon emissions

Royal Avebe, headquartered in the Netherlands, is committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions across all scopes by 2050. Although specific emissions data for the most recent year is not available, the company has made significant strides in its climate commitments. Royal Avebe is actively engaged in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and has set a long-term target to reach net-zero emissions, starting from 2023. As part of its sustainability strategy, Royal Avebe is focused on reducing its carbon footprint in the food production and agricultural sector. The company has committed to comprehensive emissions reductions, although specific near-term targets have not been disclosed. This commitment reflects a proactive approach to addressing climate change and aligns with industry standards for environmental responsibility. Overall, Royal Avebe's dedication to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 positions it as a leader in sustainable practices within the agricultural production sector.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Royal Avebe's primary industry is Food products nec, 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. Royal Avebe is headquartered in NL, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

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.

Royal Avebe 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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