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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Sunopta's score of 20 is higher than 52% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Sunopta's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Sunopta, headquartered in California, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 62,810,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes about 42,810,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and approximately 19,873,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. Notably, the company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data. Currently, Sunopta does not have specific reduction targets or initiatives outlined in their climate commitments. There are no targets set under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or any other formal climate pledges. The absence of reduction initiatives suggests that while the company is actively reporting its emissions, it may need to enhance its climate strategy to align with industry standards for sustainability and emissions reduction. Overall, Sunopta's emissions data reflects its operational impact, and the company may benefit from establishing clear reduction goals to improve its environmental performance in the future.
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| 2023 | |
|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 42,810,000 |
| Scope 2 | 19,873,000 |
| Scope 3 | - |
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Sunopta is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
