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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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35

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.

25

Industry Benchmark

Salmones Camanchaca's score of 35 is higher than 92% 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 220,105,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 23,685,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 1,037,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 220,105,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. This represents a significant portion of their overall emissions, highlighting the importance of addressing both direct and indirect emissions in their operations. The company has shown a commitment to sustainability, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. Their emissions intensity for 2023 was reported at 4,400 kg CO2e per tonne of salmon produced, indicating a focus on improving efficiency in their production processes. Historically, Salmones Camanchaca's emissions have fluctuated, with total emissions peaking at approximately 421,541,000 kg CO2e in 2019. The company has not established formal reduction targets under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges, which may limit their accountability in achieving long-term sustainability goals. Overall, while Salmones Camanchaca has made strides in reporting their emissions, the absence of specific reduction commitments suggests an opportunity for further engagement in climate action and sustainability practices within the aquaculture industry.

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

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Salmones Camanchaca's primary industry is Other business services (74), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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. Salmones Camanchaca is headquartered in CL, which has a rank of medium, indicating medium 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.

Salmones Camanchaca is not committed to any 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
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero

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