Arnarlax Sustainability Profile
Arnarlax, officially known as Arnarlax ehf, is a leading aquaculture company headquartered in Iceland (NO). Founded in 2012, the company has established itself as a prominent player in the seafood industry, particularly in the farming of high-quality Atlantic salmon. With operations primarily in the pristine waters of the Westfjords, Arnarlax is committed to sustainable practices that ensure the health of both the fish and the environment. The company’s core offerings include premium salmon products, renowned for their exceptional taste and quality. Arnarlax stands out in the market due to its innovative farming techniques and dedication to sustainability, which have garnered recognition within the industry. As a result, Arnarlax has achieved a strong market position, contributing significantly to Iceland's reputation as a source of top-tier seafood.
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Arnarlax's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Arnarlax reported total carbon emissions of approximately 60,000,000 kg CO2e. This includes 3,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, while Scope 2 emissions were negligible at 0 kg CO2e. The majority of their emissions, about 57,347,000 kg CO2e, were attributed to Scope 3, which encompasses various categories such as purchased goods and services (33,790,000 kg CO2e) and upstream transportation and distribution (22,582,000 kg CO2e). Comparatively, in 2023, Arnarlax's total emissions were about 62,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 2,200,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions making up the bulk at 60,000,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a slight reduction in total emissions from 2023 to 2024. Arnarlax has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or commitments to frameworks such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The emissions data for Arnarlax is cascaded from its parent company, Icelandic Salmon AS, which is part of the corporate family relationship with SalMar ASA, a significant player in the aquaculture industry. Overall, while Arnarlax has made strides in reporting its emissions, the lack of defined reduction targets highlights an area for potential improvement in its climate commitments.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | 65,779,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Arnarlax's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Arnarlax's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 4% last year and decreased by approximately 13% since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 59% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Arnarlax'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.
Arnarlax 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.
