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Salmones Camanchaca Sustainability Profile

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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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37

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Business Services 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.

29

Industry Benchmark

Salmones Camanchaca's score of 37 is higher than 61% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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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 around 1,037,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling approximately 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). In 2022, the company recorded total emissions of about 207,486,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 23,058,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at around 1,233,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 183,195,000 kg CO2e. The 2021 emissions were slightly higher at approximately 205,313,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions of about 21,629,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of around 1,674,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of approximately 182,009,000 kg CO2e. Despite the detailed emissions reporting, Salmones Camanchaca has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. The company is a current subsidiary of Salmones Camanchaca S.A., which may influence its emissions data and climate strategies. The absence of disclosed reduction targets suggests a need for further commitment to sustainability practices within the industry context.

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2017201820192020202120222023
Scope 1
20,736,330
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Scope 2
4,347,040
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0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
552,690
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000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Salmones Camanchaca's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Salmones Camanchaca's primary industry is Business Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Salmones Camanchaca'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 Salmones Camanchaca is in CL, which has a medium grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Salmones Camanchaca's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Salmones Camanchaca's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 20% last year and increased significantly since 2017, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 64% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Purchased Goods and Services
64%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
25%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
9%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Business Travel
<1%

Salmones Camanchaca'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.

Salmones Camanchaca 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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