SEKEM
SEKEM, officially known as the SEKEM Development Foundation, is a pioneering organisation based in Egypt (EG) that has been at the forefront of sustainable agriculture since its founding in 1977. With its headquarters in Cairo, SEKEM operates across various regions in Egypt, focusing on organic farming, herbal products, and sustainable development. The company is renowned for its commitment to biodynamic agriculture, producing a diverse range of organic products, including herbs, teas, and natural cosmetics. SEKEM's unique approach integrates ecological, social, and economic dimensions, setting it apart in the organic market. Over the years, SEKEM has achieved significant milestones, including the establishment of the first organic certification body in Egypt and numerous awards for its sustainable practices. Today, SEKEM stands as a leader in the organic sector, championing environmental stewardship and social responsibility.
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SEKEM's score of 31 is higher than 94% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
SEKEM's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, SEKEM reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 1,561,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 2,069,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 828,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a commitment to transparency in their carbon footprint across all scopes of emissions. Over the years, SEKEM has demonstrated fluctuations in emissions. For instance, in 2021, total emissions were about 7,000,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 1 (1,606,000 kg CO2e), Scope 2 (1,551,000 kg CO2e), and Scope 3 (4,220,000 kg CO2e). In contrast, emissions in 2022 decreased to approximately 3,000,000 kg CO2e, indicating a positive trend towards reducing their carbon footprint. Despite these reductions, SEKEM has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. Their ongoing efforts reflect a broader commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility, aligning with industry standards for climate action.
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Add to project| 2012 | 2015 | 2016 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 7,283,387,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 2,245,035,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 6,557,794,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
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SEKEM is committed to some 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.
