Salmones Camanchaca
Salmones Camanchaca, a leading player in the aquaculture industry, is headquartered in Chile (CL) and operates primarily in the pristine waters of the Patagonian region. Founded in 1992, the company has established itself as a prominent producer of high-quality salmon, focusing on sustainable farming practices and innovative production techniques. Specialising in the cultivation and processing of Atlantic salmon, Salmones Camanchaca is renowned for its commitment to quality and environmental stewardship. The company’s unique approach to aquaculture not only ensures superior taste and texture but also prioritises the health of marine ecosystems. With a strong market position, Salmones Camanchaca has achieved notable milestones, including certifications for sustainability and quality, solidifying its reputation as a trusted supplier in both domestic and international markets.
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Salmones Camanchaca's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Salmones Camanchaca reported total carbon emissions of approximately 244,827,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 23,685,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 1,037,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 220,105,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown reveals contributions from business travel (112,000 kg CO2e), purchased goods and services (141,604,000 kg CO2e), waste generated in operations (1,863,000 kg CO2e), upstream transportation and distribution (20,447,000 kg CO2e), and downstream transportation and distribution (56,079,000 kg CO2e). Comparatively, in 2022, the company recorded total emissions of about 207,486,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 23,058,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 1,233,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 183,195,000 kg CO2e. This indicates an increase in total emissions from 2022 to 2023. Despite the increase in emissions, Salmones Camanchaca has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. The absence of documented climate pledges or reduction targets suggests a need for further commitment to sustainability practices within the industry context. The company’s emissions intensity is reported at approximately 4,400 kg CO2e per tonne of salmon produced, highlighting the environmental impact of their operations.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 32,198,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 7,334,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 207,783,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Salmones Camanchaca 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.
