Polarica Sustainability Profile
Polarica, officially known as Polarica AB, is a leading player in the food industry, specialising in the sourcing, processing, and distribution of high-quality frozen berries and mushrooms. Headquartered in Sweden (SE), the company operates extensively across Europe, catering to a diverse clientele that includes retailers and food service providers. Founded in 1992, Polarica has established itself as a trusted name, marked by significant milestones in product innovation and sustainability. The company’s core offerings include a wide range of frozen berries, such as blueberries, lingonberries, and cloudberries, alongside a selection of wild mushrooms. What sets Polarica apart is its commitment to quality and traceability, ensuring that every product meets stringent safety and environmental standards. With a strong market position, Polarica is recognised for its dedication to sustainable practices and has garnered numerous accolades for its contributions to the food sector.
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Polarica's score of 72 is higher than 85% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Polarica's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Polarica AB reported total carbon emissions of approximately 23.1 million kg CO2e, comprising 292,800 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 22,300 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and about 22.8 million kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This represents a slight decrease from 2023, where total emissions were approximately 24.1 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 594,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 66,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at around 23.4 million kg CO2e. Polarica has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 90% reduction in total emissions (Scope 1, 2, and 3) by 2035, using 2021 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company targets a 42% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030. Polarica is also committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2035, aligning with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) standards for a 1.5°C pathway. These commitments reflect Polarica's proactive approach to addressing climate change within the food and beverage processing sector, demonstrating a clear strategy to reduce its carbon footprint significantly over the coming years.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 7,329,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 16,960,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 3 | 6,398,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Polarica's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Polarica's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 3% last year and increased by approximately 256% since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 92% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Polarica's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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Polarica 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.
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