Synlait
Synlait Milk Limited, commonly known as Synlait, is a prominent player in the dairy industry, headquartered in New Zealand. Founded in 2000, the company has established itself as a leader in the production of high-quality milk and nutritional products, primarily serving both domestic and international markets. With major operations in the Canterbury region, Synlait focuses on innovative dairy solutions, including infant formula, nutritional powders, and specialised milk products. Their commitment to sustainability and quality sets them apart, as they utilise advanced technology and rigorous quality control measures to ensure premium offerings. Recognised for its strong market position, Synlait has achieved significant milestones, including partnerships with global brands and a reputation for excellence in product development. As a forward-thinking company, Synlait continues to drive growth and innovation within the dairy sector.
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Synlait's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Synlait Milk Limited reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,204,192,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 103,817,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which encompass direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and 9,444,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, related to purchased electricity. The majority of their emissions, about 1,090,931,000 kg CO2e, fall under Scope 3, which includes indirect emissions from the value chain, such as business travel and employee commuting. Synlait has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 45% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by FY2028, using FY2020 as the baseline. This target is aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and includes biogenic emissions and removals from bioenergy feedstocks. Additionally, they plan to reduce Scope 3 emissions from on-farm purchased goods and services by 30% per kg of milk solids within the same timeframe. By 2026, Synlait expects to exclusively use biomass in Boiler Two, further contributing to their sustainability goals. Over the past few years, Synlait's emissions have fluctuated, with total emissions recorded at approximately 1,154,034,000 kg CO2e in 2023 and 1,209,687,000 kg CO2e in 2022. The company is committed to transparency and has disclosed emissions data across all relevant scopes, demonstrating a proactive approach to climate action in the food and beverage processing sector in New Zealand.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 101,079,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 6,923,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 705,259,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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