Sunopta
Sunopta Inc., headquartered in California, is a leading player in the organic and natural food industry, specialising in plant-based ingredients and consumer products. Founded in 1973, the company has established itself as a pioneer in sustainable sourcing and processing, with significant operations across North America and Europe. Sunopta's core offerings include organic grains, seeds, and plant-based beverages, distinguished by their commitment to quality and sustainability. The company has achieved notable milestones, including certifications that underscore its dedication to organic practices and innovation in food processing. With a strong market position, Sunopta continues to drive growth in the health-conscious consumer segment, making it a trusted name in the organic food landscape.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Sunopta's score of 20 is higher than 92% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Sunopta's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Sunopta reported total carbon emissions of approximately 62,810,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 42,810,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 19,873,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This represents an increase from 2022, where emissions were approximately 58,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 40,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at about 18,000,000 kg CO2e. Despite the increase in emissions, Sunopta has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. The company continues to focus on transparency in its emissions reporting, but lacks defined commitments under frameworks such as the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi). As a company headquartered in California, Sunopta operates within an industry increasingly focused on sustainability and climate action, yet it currently does not have formalised climate pledges or reduction targets in place.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 38,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 17,500,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Sunopta 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.
