Viscofan
Viscofan, officially known as Viscofan S.A., is a leading global manufacturer of casings for the meat industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1975, the company has established a strong presence in major operational regions, including Europe, Asia, and Latin America. Specialising in artificial casings, Viscofan offers a diverse range of products, including collagen, fibrous, and plastic casings, which are renowned for their quality and innovation. The company’s commitment to sustainability and technological advancement has positioned it as a market leader, serving a wide array of clients in the food sector. With a focus on enhancing food safety and product presentation, Viscofan has achieved notable milestones, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner in the meat processing industry.
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Viscofan's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Viscofan reported total carbon emissions of approximately 473,187,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 112,175,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at around 79,932,000 kg CO2e. Notably, there is no data available for Scope 3 emissions for this year. Over the past five years, Viscofan has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. Emissions decreased from approximately 563,188,000 kg CO2e in 2020 to the current figure, marking a significant reduction. The company has also shown a consistent decline in emissions from 2018, when total emissions were about 542,266,000 kg CO2e. Despite these reductions, Viscofan has not set specific science-based targets or formal climate pledges, indicating a potential area for future commitment. The company continues to focus on improving energy efficiency and managing climate change impacts within its operations.
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Add to project| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 127,628,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 164,138,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 542,266,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - |
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Viscofan is not committed to any 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.
