Kagome
Kagome Co., Ltd., commonly known as Kagome, is a leading Japanese company headquartered in Nagoya, Japan. Established in 1899, Kagome has evolved into a prominent player in the food and beverage industry, specialising in tomato-based products, sauces, and health-oriented foods. With a strong operational presence across Asia, North America, and Europe, the company has made significant strides in sustainability and innovation. Kagome is renowned for its high-quality tomato products, including juices, pastes, and sauces, which are distinguished by their rich flavour and nutritional benefits. The company has achieved notable market recognition, being a top producer of tomato products in Japan. With a commitment to quality and health, Kagome continues to lead the way in the food sector, focusing on both consumer satisfaction and environmental responsibility.
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Kagome's reported carbon emissions
In 2021, Kagome Co., Ltd. reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 1,413,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 and about 138,346,000 kg CO2e for combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions. This data reflects their global operations. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, committing to a 43.1% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using 2020 as the base year. Additionally, they aim for a 13% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions over the same timeframe. Kagome's climate commitments are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which classifies their targets as consistent with limiting global warming to 1.5°C. The company has also pledged to achieve no deforestation across its primary commodities by December 31, 2025. This commitment underscores their dedication to sustainable practices within the food and beverage processing sector.
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| Scope 3 | 1,315,239,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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