Blue Apron
Blue Apron, officially known as Blue Apron, LLC, is a leading meal kit delivery service headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2012, the company has revolutionised the way consumers approach home cooking by providing fresh, pre-portioned ingredients and chef-designed recipes directly to their doors. With a strong presence across major operational regions in the US, Blue Apron caters to a diverse clientele seeking convenient and healthy meal solutions. The company stands out in the meal kit industry by emphasising sustainability and quality, sourcing ingredients from trusted suppliers. Notable achievements include partnerships with renowned chefs and a commitment to reducing food waste. As a pioneer in the meal kit sector, Blue Apron continues to maintain a significant market position, appealing to both novice cooks and culinary enthusiasts alike.
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Blue Apron's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Blue Apron reported total carbon emissions of approximately 208,913,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 1,087,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which are direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and 7,516,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, representing indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity. The majority of their emissions, about 200,310,000 kg CO2e, fall under Scope 3, which encompasses all other indirect emissions that occur in the value chain. Blue Apron is committed to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, as part of their long-term climate strategy. They have been recognised as a member of the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), indicating their commitment to science-based climate action. The company has set a near-term target and is actively working towards reducing its carbon footprint in alignment with industry standards. Overall, Blue Apron's climate commitments reflect a proactive approach to sustainability within the food and staples retailing sector, aiming to mitigate their environmental impact while enhancing transparency in their emissions reporting.
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| 2022 | |
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| Scope 1 | 1,087,000 |
| Scope 2 | 7,516,000 |
| Scope 3 | 200,310,000 |
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