Astral Foods
Astral Foods, a leading player in the South African food industry, is headquartered in ZA and operates extensively across the region. Founded in 2001, the company has established itself as a prominent producer of high-quality poultry products, with a focus on chicken and related value-added offerings. Renowned for its commitment to quality and sustainability, Astral Foods employs advanced farming techniques and stringent quality controls, ensuring that its products meet the highest standards. The company’s diverse portfolio includes fresh and frozen chicken, as well as processed products, catering to both retail and food service sectors. With a strong market position, Astral Foods has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for excellence in food safety and quality. Its dedication to innovation and customer satisfaction continues to drive its success in the competitive food landscape.
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Astral Foods's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Astral Foods reported significant carbon emissions, with Scope 1 emissions from coal reaching approximately 144,810,000 kg CO2e and from diesel at about 37,419,000 kg CO2e. Additionally, Scope 2 emissions from electricity consumption totalled around 285,899,000 kg CO2e. This data highlights the company's substantial reliance on fossil fuels and electricity, contributing to its overall carbon footprint. Comparatively, in 2022, Astral Foods' Scope 1 emissions were approximately 195,467,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions were about 336,515,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a potential decrease in emissions in 2023, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. Despite the emissions data, there are currently no documented reduction targets or climate pledges from Astral Foods, suggesting a need for enhanced commitment to sustainability and carbon reduction strategies. The company operates within a challenging industry context, where addressing climate change is increasingly critical for long-term viability and regulatory compliance.
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| 2017 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 141,684,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 237,954,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 461,410,000 | - | - | - | - |
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Astral Foods is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
