Barry Callebaut
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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Barry Callebaut's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Barry Callebaut reported total carbon emissions of approximately 7,850,000,000 kg CO2e globally. This figure reflects the company's ongoing commitment to sustainability and climate action. In 2022, the company disclosed emissions of 8,110,000,000 kg CO2e, with specific breakdowns including 103,877,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 15,228,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 emissions. Notably, the majority of their emissions stem from Scope 3, which accounted for about 7,159,688,000 kg CO2e. Barry Callebaut has set ambitious climate targets, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. The company has committed to significant near-term reductions, including a 42% decrease in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 from a 2022 baseline. Additionally, they aim to reduce absolute Scope 3 emissions by 25% within the same timeframe. Long-term goals include a 90% reduction in Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 2050, also from a 2022 base year. The company is also focused on sustainable sourcing, pledging to eliminate deforestation linked to its primary commodities by December 31, 2025. These commitments align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Barry Callebaut's proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint.
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| 2018 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 107,493,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 198,748,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 8,803,180,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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