Salmar
Salmar ASA, a leading player in the aquaculture industry, is headquartered in Norway and operates extensively in the North Atlantic region. Founded in 1991, the company has established itself as a significant force in salmon farming, focusing on sustainable practices and innovative technologies. Salmar is renowned for its high-quality salmon products, which are distinguished by their superior taste and freshness, appealing to both domestic and international markets. With a commitment to sustainability, Salmar has achieved notable milestones, including advancements in fish welfare and environmental stewardship. The company’s strategic position in the market is underscored by its robust production capacity and a strong emphasis on responsible aquaculture. Salmar continues to set industry standards, making it a trusted name in seafood production.
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Salmar's reported carbon emissions
As of 2022, SalMar ASA, headquartered in Norway, reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 1,202,357,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 27,123,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 3,500,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (primarily from purchased electricity), and 1,173,180,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which encompass various categories such as purchased goods and services, waste generated in operations, and upstream transportation. SalMar has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2020 as the baseline year. This target also extends to Scope 3 emissions, which include significant sources such as fuel and energy-related activities and business travel. These commitments align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to contribute to limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Overall, SalMar's proactive approach to managing its carbon footprint reflects its dedication to sustainability within the food production sector, particularly in animal source food production.
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Get Started| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
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| Scope 1 | - | - | - | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 2,522,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 12,877,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Salmar 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.
