Valio Ltd, a leading player in the dairy products industry, is headquartered in Finland (FI) and operates extensively across Europe and beyond. Founded in 1905, Valio has established itself as a pioneer in dairy innovation, consistently delivering high-quality products that cater to diverse consumer needs.
The company’s core offerings include milk, cheese, butter, and yoghurt, with a strong emphasis on lactose-free and functional dairy products that set them apart in the market. Valio's commitment to sustainability and quality has earned it a prominent position in the dairy sector, making it a trusted choice for health-conscious consumers. With a rich history of milestones, Valio continues to shape the future of dairy, focusing on both tradition and innovation.
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Valio’s score of 35 is higher than 60% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Dairy Processing is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Dairy Processing industry has increased its overall emissions by 34% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
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Valio's reported carbon emissions
Valio, a Finnish dairy products company, reported total global greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 2.39 billion kg CO2e for the year 2024. This figure encompasses Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. For 2024, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 42.89 million kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions (market-based) totalled about 59.35 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions amounted to approximately 2.34 billion kg CO2e.
In the preceding year, 2023, Valio's total global emissions were approximately 2.02 billion kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions stood at roughly 48.90 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) were approximately 112.40 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions were around 1.82 billion kg CO2e.
Valio has established significant climate commitments. The company is committed to reducing its absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 47% by 2030, using 2019 as a baseline year. Furthermore, Valio aims to decrease its absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions from upstream transportation and distribution by 28% by 2030, also against a 2019 baseline. An additional target focuses on reducing Scope 3 GHG emissions from purchased goods and services by 50% per kilogram of raw milk over the same period. These targets are aligned with a 1.5°C warming scenario.
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Valio’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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Carbon Disclosure Project
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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