Viscofan

Viscofan, a company in the meat/poultry industry headquartered in Spain, has reported total global emissions of approximately 980 million kg CO2e for 2024. This figure encompasses Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions.

The company's emissions breakdown for 2024 includes:

• Scope 1: Approximately 349 million kg CO2e.
• Scope 2 (Market-based): Approximately 54 million kg CO2e.
• Scope 3: Approximately 577 million kg CO2e, with purchased goods and services accounting for the largest portion at around 354 million kg CO2e.

Looking back, Viscofan reported total emissions of approximately 548 million kg CO2e in 2021 and approximately 563 million kg CO2e in 2020. Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions for 2023 were approximately 393 million kg CO2e and 80 million kg CO2e, respectively. In 2022, Scope 1 and 2 emissions totalled approximately 499 million kg CO2e.

Viscofan has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for Net Zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. This long-term target excludes carbon credits and avoided emissions. To achieve this, the company has established an intermediate goal: an absolute reduction of 45%-50% in direct emissions (Scope 1) and emissions from electricity consumption (Scope 2 – market-based) by 2030, using 2018 as a baseline. The company's 2024 data indicates it is on track for its two-year targets concerning Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Viscofan is committed to Net Zero, with its sustainability initiatives and targets not being cascaded from a parent organisation.