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Origin Green

Origin Green, headquartered in Ireland (IE), is a pioneering sustainability initiative within the food and drink industry. Founded in 2012, it has established itself as a leader in promoting sustainable practices among Irish food producers. The programme focuses on key areas such as environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and economic viability, ensuring that businesses can thrive while minimising their ecological footprint. Origin Green's unique approach lies in its comprehensive framework that supports companies in developing tailored sustainability plans. This initiative has garnered significant recognition, positioning Ireland as a global leader in sustainable food production. With a commitment to continuous improvement, Origin Green has achieved notable milestones, including the certification of numerous producers who adhere to its rigorous standards, thereby enhancing the market's overall sustainability profile.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Origin Green's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

14

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.

13

Industry Benchmark

Origin Green's score of 14 is higher than 82% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Origin Green's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, Origin Green reported total carbon emissions of approximately 31,809,000 kg CO2e, which fall under Scope 1 and 2 emissions. The organisation has not disclosed specific emissions data for 2023, but it continues to focus on sustainability within the food and agriculture sector. Origin Green's commitment to reducing carbon emissions is evident through its initiatives aimed at improving energy efficiency and reducing the carbon footprint of its products. For instance, the average carbon footprint for beef was reported at about 9,210 kg CO2e per tonne in 2023, while the average dairy carbon footprint was approximately 920 kg CO2e per tonne in 2020. Despite the lack of specific reduction targets or initiatives disclosed, Origin Green remains dedicated to enhancing sustainability practices across the industry, aligning with global climate commitments. The organisation's focus on transparency and continuous improvement reflects its commitment to addressing climate change and reducing its environmental impact.

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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Origin Green's primary industry is Food products nec, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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 Origin Green is in IE, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Origin Green 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.

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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