Saputo
Saputo Inc., a leading Canadian dairy processor, is headquartered in Montreal, Quebec, and operates extensively across North America, Australia, and Europe. Founded in 1954, the company has grown significantly, becoming one of the largest dairy companies globally, renowned for its commitment to quality and innovation. Specialising in the production of cheese, milk, and dairy ingredients, Saputo offers a diverse range of products that cater to both retail and foodservice sectors. Their unique approach to sustainability and product development sets them apart in the competitive dairy industry. With a strong market position, Saputo has achieved notable milestones, including numerous acquisitions that have expanded its operational footprint and product offerings. The company continues to be a trusted name in dairy, recognised for its dedication to excellence and community engagement.
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Saputo's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Saputo Inc., headquartered in Canada, reported significant greenhouse gas emissions across various scopes. The company disclosed emissions of approximately 520,784,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 396,889,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and a substantial 13,848,474,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. This data highlights the extensive impact of their operations, particularly in Scope 3, which encompasses emissions from the entire value chain. Looking ahead, Saputo has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint. The company aims to achieve a 42.6% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using 2020 as the baseline year. Additionally, they are committed to reducing Scope 3 emissions by 39% per ton of fresh weight of fat-protein corrected milk by the same year. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect a commitment to sustainable practices within the food and beverage processing sector. Saputo's climate strategy also includes a commitment that 86% of its suppliers and customers will have science-based targets by 2030, further extending their sustainability efforts throughout their supply chain. The company has pledged to eliminate deforestation linked to its primary commodities by December 31, 2025, reinforcing its dedication to environmental stewardship. Overall, Saputo's emissions data and climate commitments illustrate a proactive approach to addressing climate change, with clear targets aimed at reducing their overall greenhouse gas emissions and promoting sustainability across their operations.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 382,601,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 351,589,000 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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