Upfield, a leading player in the retail trade services sector, is headquartered in the Netherlands and operates extensively across Europe and beyond. Founded in 2018, the company has quickly established itself as a key provider of plant-based food products, focusing on innovative solutions that cater to the growing demand for sustainable and healthy alternatives.
Specialising in dairy-free spreads and plant-based cooking products, Upfield's portfolio includes well-known brands such as Flora and Violife. These products stand out for their commitment to quality and sustainability, appealing to health-conscious consumers. With a strong market position, Upfield has achieved significant milestones, including rapid expansion into new markets and a dedication to reducing its environmental footprint. As a pioneer in the plant-based sector, Upfield continues to shape the future of food with its unique offerings.
+19 vs industry average
Upfield’s score of 55 is higher than 68% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Retail Trade Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Retail Trade Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 31% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Upfield's reported carbon emissions
Upfield, a company operating within the retail trade services sector based in the Netherlands, has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its environmental impact. In 2024, Upfield reported total emissions of approximately 293.7 million kg CO2e, encompassing Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This figure includes 50 million kg CO2e for Scope 1, and approximately 89 million kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based). Scope 3 emissions were significantly higher, totalling around 2.387 billion kg CO2e.
The company's emission reporting for 2023 showed a total of approximately 2.523 billion kg CO2e. This breakdown included 50 million kg CO2e for Scope 1, and approximately 68 million kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based). Scope 3 emissions for 2023 were approximately 2.455 billion kg CO2e, with purchased goods and services being the largest contributor at around 2.09 billion kg CO2e.
Looking at prior years, Upfield reported a total of approximately 2.89 billion kg CO2e in 2022, with Scope 1 emissions at 51 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 (market-based) at 30 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for 2022 were approximately 4.444 billion kg CO2e. In 2021, total emissions were approximately 3.255 billion kg CO2e, comprising 47 million kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 28 million kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based). Scope 3 emissions in 2021 stood at approximately 3.126 billion kg CO2e. For 2020, Upfield reported total emissions of approximately 3.534 billion kg CO2e, with 54 million kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 32 million kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based). Scope 3 emissions were approximately 3.385 billion kg CO2e.
Upfield has set ambitious climate targets, aiming for a 25% reduction in its total footprint by 2030 and achieving net zero by 2050, with aspirations to be "better than net zero" through avoided emissions and labelling initiatives, in line with science. Specifically, the company aims for carbon neutrality for its business operations by 2030. Further initiatives include a commitment to reduce waste by 50% and achieve zero waste to landfill by 2030, and to eliminate 95% of plastic content in all packaging by the same year. Upfield also intends to label the carbon emissions on 500 million product packs by 2025.
Data for Upfield is cascaded from its parent organisation, Upfield Europe B.V., in its capacity as a current subsidiary.
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Upfield’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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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
Inherited from Flora Food Group B.V.
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
Inherited from Flora Food Group B.V.
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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