Sambazon, officially known as Sambazon, Inc., is a leading player in the superfood industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2000, the company has established itself as a pioneer in the acai berry market, focusing on sustainable sourcing and organic products. With operations primarily in North America and South America, Sambazon is renowned for its premium acai bowls, smoothies, and frozen fruit products, all crafted to deliver exceptional taste and nutritional benefits. What sets Sambazon apart is its commitment to ethical sourcing and environmental sustainability, ensuring that every product supports local communities and preserves the Amazon rainforest. Over the years, Sambazon has achieved significant milestones, including being one of the first brands to introduce acai to the mainstream market. Today, it holds a prominent position in the health food sector, celebrated for its innovative offerings and dedication to quality.
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In 2023, Sambazon reported total carbon emissions of approximately 72,712,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 849,000 kg CO2e, primarily from fugitive emissions, and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 754,000 kg CO2e. The majority of their emissions, around 71,109,000 kg CO2e, fall under Scope 3, which encompasses various categories such as the use of sold products (approximately 42,082,000 kg CO2e) and purchased goods and services (about 13,912,000 kg CO2e). Comparatively, in 2022, Sambazon's total emissions were about 63,066,000 kg CO2e, indicating a significant increase in emissions year-on-year. The breakdown for 2022 shows Scope 1 emissions at approximately 426,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at about 1,202,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at around 61,438,000 kg CO2e. Despite the increase in emissions, there are currently no publicly disclosed reduction targets or climate pledges from Sambazon. The company has not outlined specific initiatives aimed at reducing its carbon footprint, which places it in a challenging position within the industry context of increasing climate commitments.
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2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 3,746,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
Scope 2 | 1,202,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 |
Scope 3 | 170,051,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Sambazon 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.