HKScan, a leading player in the food products nec industry, is headquartered in Finland (FI) and operates extensively across the Nordic and Baltic regions. Founded in 2006, the company has established itself as a key provider of high-quality meat and food solutions, focusing on sustainability and innovation.
HKScan's core offerings include a diverse range of meat products, ready-to-eat meals, and convenience foods, all crafted with a commitment to quality and traceability. The company is recognised for its unique approach to sustainable sourcing and production, which sets it apart in a competitive market.
With a strong market position, HKScan has achieved notable milestones, including significant investments in modernising its production facilities and expanding its product lines to meet evolving consumer demands.
+28 vs industry average
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Industry Intensity
Food Product Manufacturing is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Food Product Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 22% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2026
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Hkscan's reported carbon emissions
HKScan, headquartered in Finland and operating in the food products sector, reported a total of approximately 1.08 million kg CO2e in Scope 1 emissions and about 11,600 kg CO2e in Scope 2 emissions for 2023. The company also disclosed approximately 14,500 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions in the same year.
For Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, HKScan has set an ambitious target to reduce its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 90% by 2030, using 2014 as the baseline year. This commitment aligns with a net-zero goal. Additionally, the company aims for the carbon neutrality of its own industrial production by the end of 2025, specifically for Scope 1 emissions.
Historical data indicates that in 2019, HKScan's total emissions were approximately 117 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions of about 2 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 111 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of around 2 million kg CO2e. In 2018, Scope 1 emissions were about 124 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions were approximately 69 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions stood at around 206 million kg CO2e.
It is important to note that HKScan's reported emissions data and climate commitments are cascaded from its parent organisation, Hkscan Finland Oy, which is a current subsidiary. The specific SBTi targets, CDP initiatives, and RE100 commitments are cascaded from HKFoods Oyj, the ultimate parent company.
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Hkscan’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative
Inherited from HKFoods Oyj
Carbon Disclosure Project
Inherited from HKFoods OyjThe Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
Inherited from HKFoods OyjRE 100
Climate Action 100
Emissions comparison with industry peers
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