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Fish Product Manufacturing
NO
updated 2 months ago

Salmar Farming AS Sustainability Profile

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Salmar Farming AS, a leading player in the aquaculture industry, is headquartered in Norway and operates primarily in the coastal regions of Central Norway. Founded in 1991, the company has established itself as a pioneer in sustainable salmon farming, focusing on innovative practices that enhance fish welfare and environmental stewardship. Salmar's core offerings include high-quality Atlantic salmon, renowned for its exceptional taste and nutritional value. The company’s commitment to sustainability and advanced farming techniques sets it apart in a competitive market. With a strong emphasis on responsible aquaculture, Salmar has achieved significant milestones, including certifications for its sustainable practices. As one of the largest salmon producers globally, Salmar Farming AS continues to excel, contributing to the growth of the seafood industry while prioritising ecological balance and quality.

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39

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Fish 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.

20

Industry Benchmark

Salmar Farming AS's score of 39 is higher than 73% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Salmar Farming AS's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from SalMar ASA

Salmar Farming AS, headquartered in Norway, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data for the most recent year, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures. The company is a current subsidiary of SalMar ASA, which may influence its climate commitments and reporting practices. While there are no documented reduction targets or specific climate pledges from Salmar Farming AS, it is important to note that any climate initiatives or targets may be inherited from its parent company, SalMar ASA. This includes potential commitments to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and other climate-related frameworks, although specific details on these initiatives are not provided. As a subsidiary, Salmar Farming AS may align its sustainability efforts with the broader goals set by SalMar ASA, which could include industry-standard practices for reducing greenhouse gas emissions across various scopes. However, without specific data or commitments from Salmar Farming AS itself, the details remain vague. In summary, while Salmar Farming AS is part of a larger corporate structure that may have climate commitments, it currently lacks specific emissions data and reduction targets.

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Scope 1
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Scope 2
2,522,000
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0,000,000
Scope 3
12,877,000
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0,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Salmar Farming AS's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Salmar Farming AS's primary industry is Fish Product Manufacturing, which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Salmar Farming AS's Location?

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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 Salmar Farming AS is in NO, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Salmar Farming AS's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

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.

Salmar Farming AS has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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