Arla
Arla Foods amba, commonly known as Arla, is a leading global dairy cooperative headquartered in Denmark (DK). Founded in 1881, Arla has grown to become a significant player in the dairy industry, with major operations across Europe, the Middle East, and North America. The company focuses on producing high-quality dairy products, including milk, cheese, butter, and yoghurt, renowned for their natural ingredients and commitment to sustainability. Arla's unique approach to dairy farming, which emphasises cooperative principles and farmer ownership, sets it apart in the market. With a strong emphasis on innovation, Arla has achieved notable milestones, including the launch of various organic and lactose-free products. As one of the largest dairy companies in the world, Arla continues to strengthen its market position through a dedication to quality and sustainability, making it a trusted choice for consumers globally.
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Arla's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Arla Foods reported total carbon emissions of approximately 18,710,000,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 482,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 136,000,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and a significant Scope 3 contribution of about 18,092,000,000 kg CO2e. The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of about 18,801,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 508,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at about 152,000,000 kg CO2e (market-based). Arla has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for carbon net zero by 2050. The company has established a target to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 63% by 2030, using 2015 as the baseline year. This commitment is part of their broader strategy to enhance sustainability across their operations. Additionally, Arla aims to reduce Scope 3 emissions by 30% per tonne of standardised raw milk and whey by 2030. In 2022, Arla also committed to using 100% green electricity in Europe by the end of 2025, further demonstrating its dedication to sustainable practices. These targets are aligned with the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Arla's proactive approach to addressing climate change within the food and beverage processing sector.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 474,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 466,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 18,644,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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