STEF, officially known as STEF S.A., is a leading player in the temperature-controlled logistics industry, headquartered in France. Established in 1920, the company has grown significantly, with a strong presence across Europe, particularly in France, Italy, and Spain. STEF specialises in the transport and logistics of perishable goods, offering unique solutions that ensure the integrity of temperature-sensitive products throughout the supply chain. With a commitment to innovation, STEF provides a range of services including refrigerated transport, warehousing, and value-added services tailored to the food sector. The company is recognised for its robust infrastructure and advanced technology, which enhance operational efficiency and sustainability. As a market leader, STEF has achieved notable milestones, solidifying its reputation for reliability and excellence in the logistics of fresh and frozen products.
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In 2024, STEF reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,409,167,000 kg CO2e, comprising 271,164,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 71,283,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 1,066,720,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. In 2023, the total emissions were approximately 1,343,122,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 278,489,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 91,546,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 973,087,000 kg CO2e. STEF has set ambitious climate commitments, including a target to use 100% low-carbon electricity at its sites by the end of 2025. Additionally, the company aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from its vehicles by 30% by 2030, using 2019 as the reference year. These initiatives are part of STEF's broader strategy to contribute to achieving European carbon neutrality by 2050. The emissions data is sourced from STEF SA, with no cascaded data from parent organizations. The company is actively working towards enhancing its sustainability practices and reducing its carbon footprint across all scopes.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 867,280,800 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 12,494,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
STEF's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 10% last year and increased significantly since 2015, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 76% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Upstream Transportation & Distribution" being the largest emissions source at 66% of Scope 3 emissions.
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
STEF has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.


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