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 score of 59 is higher than 83% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, Arnarlax reported total carbon emissions of approximately 60,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 3,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions at approximately 57,347,000 kg CO2e. Notably, there were no Scope 2 emissions recorded. The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of about 62,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 2,200,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions at around 60,000,000 kg CO2e. Over the past few years, Arnarlax's emissions have shown a downward trend, decreasing from about 73,000,000 kg CO2e in 2022 and 69,010,000 kg CO2e in 2021. The company has disclosed emissions data across all three scopes, indicating a comprehensive approach to carbon accounting. Arnarlax is a current subsidiary of Icelandic Salmon AS, which cascades emissions data from its parent company, SalMar ASA. However, there are currently no specific reduction targets or climate pledges documented for Arnarlax. The absence of formal reduction initiatives suggests a need for further commitment to climate action within the industry context.
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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 |
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.
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.