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Zentis

Zentis GmbH & Co. KG, commonly referred to as Zentis, is a prominent player in the food industry, headquartered in Aachen, Germany. Founded in 1893, the company has established itself as a leader in the production of fruit preparations, jams, and confectionery products, serving both the retail and food service sectors across Europe and beyond. Zentis is renowned for its innovative approach to fruit processing, offering high-quality products that stand out for their natural flavours and premium ingredients. The company’s commitment to sustainability and quality has earned it a strong market position, making it a trusted partner for many renowned brands. With a rich history and a focus on continuous improvement, Zentis remains dedicated to delivering exceptional taste and value in every product.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Zentis's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

7

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Food Product Manufacturing industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

5

Industry Benchmark

Zentis's score of 7 is higher than 78% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Zentis's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Zentis GmbH & Co. KG reported carbon emissions of approximately 25,932,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 combined in Germany. This figure reflects their ongoing commitment to reducing carbon emissions within their operations. In 2020, their total emissions reached about 717,740,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 46,997,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at about 18,217,000 kg CO2e, and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled around 652,526,000 kg CO2e. Zentis has not yet established specific reduction targets but is committed to submitting targets by July 31, 2023, as part of their compliance with the Commitment Compliance Policy. They are currently classified as "Committed" to near-term targets, indicating a proactive approach to addressing their carbon footprint. However, they have not committed to a net-zero target as of now. The company operates in the food and beverage processing sector and is focused on improving sustainability practices across its operations. As they work towards formalising their reduction strategies, Zentis is positioned to enhance its environmental performance and contribute to broader climate goals.

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Scope 1
46,997,000
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Scope 2
18,217,000
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Scope 3
652,526,000
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Zentis's primary industry is Food products nec, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Zentis is headquartered in DE, which has a rank of medium, indicating medium grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Zentis 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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