Valio
Valio Ltd, commonly known as Valio, is a leading Finnish dairy company headquartered in Helsinki, Finland (FI). Founded in 1905, Valio has established itself as a key player in the dairy industry, primarily focusing on the production of high-quality milk products, cheese, and butter. With a strong presence in major operational regions across Europe and beyond, Valio is renowned for its commitment to innovation and sustainability. Valio's core offerings include lactose-free dairy products, functional foods, and premium cheeses, all distinguished by their exceptional taste and nutritional benefits. The company has achieved notable milestones, such as pioneering lactose-free technology, which has positioned it as a market leader in this segment. Valio's dedication to quality and sustainability has earned it a respected reputation, making it a preferred choice for consumers seeking healthy and delicious dairy options.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Valio's score of 39 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Valio's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Valio Ltd reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 2,080,800,000 kg CO2e, comprising Scope 1 emissions of about 39,300,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 101,100,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of around 2,020,800,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 47% by 2030 from a 2019 baseline. Additionally, Valio is targeting a 28% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from upstream transportation and distribution and a 50% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services per kg of raw milk over the same period. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Valio's commitment to sustainable practices in the food and beverage processing sector.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 74,600,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 84,600,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 2,280,700,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Valio is committed to some reduction initiatives 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.
