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Barry Callebaut Sustainability Profile

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Barry Callebaut, a leading global manufacturer of high-quality chocolate and cocoa products, is headquartered in Switzerland (CH). Founded in 1996 through the merger of Callebaut and Barry, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including Europe, North America, and Asia-Pacific. Specialising in the chocolate and cocoa industry, Barry Callebaut offers a diverse range of products, including gourmet chocolate, cocoa powders, and innovative solutions for various applications. Their commitment to sustainability and quality sets them apart in the market. With a robust market position, Barry Callebaut is recognised for its significant achievements, including being the largest chocolate manufacturer worldwide. The company continues to lead the industry with its dedication to innovation and customer-centric solutions.

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73

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.

15

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Barry Callebaut's score of 73 is higher than 86% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Barry Callebaut's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Barry Callebaut reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 12,531,400 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 10,005,800 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and a staggering 13,161,670,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions, resulting in a combined total of about 22,537,200 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 emissions. This marks a significant commitment to sustainability as the company aims to achieve net-zero emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. Barry Callebaut has set ambitious reduction targets, committing to a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2050, using 2022 as the base year. Additionally, the company aims to reduce Scope 3 emissions by 90% within the same timeframe. Near-term targets include a 42% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, and a 25% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by the same year. The company also pledges to eliminate deforestation linked to its primary commodities by December 31, 2025. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Barry Callebaut's commitment to addressing climate change and promoting sustainable practices within the food and beverage processing sector.

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20182020202220232024
Scope 1
107,493,000
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Scope 2
198,748,000
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000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 3
8,803,180,000
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00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
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How Carbon Intensive is Barry Callebaut's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Barry Callebaut's primary industry is Food Product Manufacturing, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Barry Callebaut's Location?

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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. This request for Barry Callebaut is in CH, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Barry Callebaut'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.

Barry Callebaut has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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