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Food Product Manufacturing
GB
updated 3 days ago

Quorn

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Quorn Foods, a leading name in the meat alternatives sector, is headquartered in the United Kingdom. Founded in 1985, the company has pioneered the development of mycoprotein-based products, catering to the growing demand for sustainable and plant-based protein sources. With a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Australia, Quorn has established itself as a key player in the food industry. The brand is renowned for its innovative range of products, including meat-free sausages, burgers, and ready meals, all crafted from its unique mycoprotein. This ingredient not only offers a high protein content but also boasts a low environmental impact, aligning with the increasing consumer focus on sustainability. Quorn's commitment to quality and nutrition has earned it numerous accolades, solidifying its position as a trusted choice for health-conscious consumers seeking delicious meat alternatives.

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25

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

Quorn's score of 25 is higher than 59% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Quorn's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Quorn, headquartered in Great Britain, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 9,978,910 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 1,765,860 kg CO2e for Scope 2. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data for this year. Quorn is committed to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, as part of its long-term climate strategy. This commitment is aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which Quorn has officially joined, indicating a robust approach to climate action. The company is currently on track with its near-term targets, having committed to significant reductions in its carbon footprint. The emissions data for 2022 indicates that Quorn's Scope 3 emissions were approximately 60,722,000 kg CO2e, inherited from its parent company, Marlow Foods Ltd. This highlights the importance of addressing upstream emissions in their sustainability efforts. Overall, Quorn's climate commitments and emissions data reflect a proactive stance towards reducing its environmental impact and contributing to global climate goals.

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0,000,000
Scope 3
60,722,000
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Quorn'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 Quorn is in GB, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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Science Based Targets Initiative
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The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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