Vandemoortele, a leading player in the food industry, is headquartered in Belgium and operates extensively across Europe. Founded in 1899, the company has established itself as a trusted name in the production of high-quality frozen and chilled food products, particularly in the bakery and margarine sectors. With a commitment to innovation and sustainability, Vandemoortele offers a diverse range of products, including frozen pastries, ready-to-use dough, and plant-based solutions, all designed to meet the evolving needs of the food service and retail markets. The company is recognised for its dedication to quality and customer satisfaction, positioning itself as a preferred partner for chefs and food professionals. Vandemoortele's notable achievements include significant investments in sustainable practices and a strong market presence, making it a key player in the European food landscape.
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In 2024, Vandemoortele reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,346,299,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 35,871,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) at approximately 10,393,000 kg CO2e, and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled around 2,300,036,000 kg CO2e. This represents a slight decrease from 2023, where total emissions were about 2,374,748,000 kg CO2e. Vandemoortele has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming for a 60% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2025, relative to a 2015 baseline. Additionally, they plan to reduce absolute CO2 emissions by 4.2% annually starting in 2024. The company is also committed to achieving a 42% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, compared to 2023 levels. In terms of intensity, Vandemoortele has achieved a 59% reduction in CO2 intensity for Scope 1 and 2 emissions compared to 2015, despite increased production volumes in 2023. Their long-term goal is to reach net zero emissions by 2050, reflecting a strong commitment to sustainability within the food and beverage processing sector. This emissions data and reduction initiatives are cascaded from Vandemoortele NV, which operates as a current subsidiary. The company is actively working towards its climate commitments while navigating the challenges of the industry.
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2020 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 41,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 39,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 2,020,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Vandemoortele is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.