Samyang Foods
Samyang Foods Co., Ltd., commonly known as Samyang Foods, is a prominent South Korean company headquartered in Seoul, KR. Established in 1961, it has become a key player in the global food industry, particularly renowned for its instant noodles and snacks. With a strong operational presence across Asia, North America, and Europe, Samyang Foods has successfully carved out a niche in the competitive market. The company is best known for its signature products, including the iconic Samyang Spicy Noodles, which have gained a cult following for their unique flavours and heat. Samyang Foods has achieved significant milestones, including expanding its product line to include a variety of sauces and snacks, solidifying its position as a leader in the instant food sector. With a commitment to quality and innovation, Samyang Foods continues to thrive, appealing to consumers seeking bold and exciting culinary experiences.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Samyang Foods's score of 4 is higher than 51% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Samyang Foods's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Samyang Foods reported total carbon emissions of approximately 64,173,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions accounting for about 44,599,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 19,577,000 kg CO2e. This represents an increase from 2022, where total emissions were about 59,376,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 41,681,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at around 17,699,000 kg CO2e. In 2021, the company recorded total emissions of about 49,583,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions of approximately 34,867,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of around 14,720,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, there are currently no publicly disclosed reduction targets or climate pledges from Samyang Foods, indicating a potential area for improvement in their climate commitments. The company has reported GHG emissions intensity metrics, but specific reduction initiatives or targets have not been outlined.
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Add to project| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 34,867,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 14,720,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Samyang Foods 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.
