Thai Union
Thai Union Group PCL, commonly known as Thai Union, is a leading global player in the seafood industry, headquartered in Thailand. Established in 1977, the company has grown to become a major force in the production and distribution of seafood products, with significant operations across Asia, Europe, and North America. Thai Union is renowned for its diverse range of products, including canned tuna, shrimp, and pet food, distinguished by a commitment to sustainability and quality. The company has achieved notable milestones, such as pioneering responsible sourcing practices and being a key advocate for ocean conservation. With a strong market position, Thai Union has received numerous accolades for its innovation and sustainability efforts, solidifying its reputation as a trusted brand in the seafood sector.
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Thai Union's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Thai Union reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 2,758,000,000 kg CO2e across its operations, with 405,841,000 kg CO2e attributed to Scope 1 and 2 emissions, and a significant 2,751,955,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marks a reduction from 2023, where total emissions were about 4,165,375,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 and 2 emissions at 434,336,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions at 4,165,375,000 kg CO2e. Thai Union has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 from a 2021 baseline. Additionally, the company targets a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. Long-term goals include achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, with a further commitment to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 90% and Scope 3 emissions by 90% by the same year. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Thai Union's commitment to the 1.5°C ambition of the Paris Agreement. The company's sustainability strategy, SeaChange® 2030, underpins these efforts, demonstrating a proactive approach to mitigating climate impact in the food and beverage processing sector.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 422,695,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 2 | 171,758,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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