Zespri Sustainability Profile
Zespri International Limited, commonly known as Zespri, is a leading global marketer of kiwifruit, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1997, the company has established a strong presence in major operational regions, including New Zealand, Europe, and Asia. Zespri is renowned for its premium-quality kiwifruit, particularly the Zespri Green and Zespri SunGold varieties, which are distinguished by their exceptional taste and nutritional benefits. With a commitment to sustainability and innovation, Zespri has achieved significant milestones, including the development of unique growing practices that enhance fruit quality. The company holds a prominent market position, recognised for its contributions to the global fruit industry and its dedication to delivering fresh, healthy produce to consumers worldwide.
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Zespri's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, Zespri reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,900,000 kg CO2e, comprising 412,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 249,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 4,135,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The previous year, 2024, saw similar totals with 4,700,000 kg CO2e, including 400,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 200,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 4,100,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. Zespri's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organisation, indicating that these figures are independently reported. The company has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments, which may reflect a broader industry context where many organisations are still developing comprehensive strategies to address carbon emissions. Overall, Zespri's emissions profile highlights the significant impact of business travel within its Scope 3 emissions, which constitutes the majority of its carbon footprint. The company continues to monitor and report its emissions, contributing to transparency in its sustainability efforts.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 345,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 310,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 7,769,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Zespri's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Zespri's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 3% last year and decreased by approximately 47% since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Business Travel" representing nearly all of their reported Scope 3 footprint.
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Zespri's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Zespri has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
