Tassal Group Limited, commonly referred to as Tassal, is a leading Australian seafood company headquartered in Tasmania. Founded in 1986, the company has established itself as a prominent player in the aquaculture industry, primarily focusing on the farming and processing of Atlantic salmon. With operations spanning across Tasmania and mainland Australia, Tassal is committed to sustainable practices and innovation in seafood production. Tassal's core offerings include fresh and smoked salmon products, which are renowned for their quality and taste. The company has achieved significant milestones, including being the first Australian seafood company to be certified by the Marine Stewardship Council. As a market leader, Tassal is dedicated to environmental stewardship and has received numerous accolades for its commitment to sustainability and responsible farming practices.
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In 2024, TASSAL GROUP reported total carbon emissions of approximately 38138940 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 45296080 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and a significant 305738710 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This represents a comprehensive approach to emissions reporting, covering all three scopes. From 2023 to 2024, TASSAL GROUP's Scope 1 emissions increased from about 36699000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions decreased slightly from approximately 48443540 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, committing to a 54.6% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2033 from a 2023 baseline. Additionally, TASSAL GROUP aims to cut Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services, upstream transportation and distribution, and waste generated in operations by 32.5% within the same timeframe. TASSAL GROUP has also pledged to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, demonstrating a long-term commitment to sustainability. Furthermore, the company aims for 75.97% of its suppliers, based on emissions, to have science-based targets by 2028. Notably, TASSAL GROUP is committed to no deforestation across its primary commodities by 2025. This data is cascaded from TASSAL GROUP LIMITED, reflecting its corporate family relationship and commitment to industry-standard climate initiatives.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 21,426,000  | 00,000,000  | 00,000,000  | 00,000,000  | 00,000,000  | 00,000,000  | 00,000,000  | 
| Scope 2 | 8,119,000  | 00,000,000  | 00,000,000  | 00,000,000  | 00,000,000  | 00,000,000  | 00,000,000  | 
| Scope 3 | -  | -  | -  | -  | -  | -  | 000,000,000  | 
Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 79% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Upstream Transportation & Distribution" being the largest emissions source at 40% 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.
TASSAL GROUP has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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