Chicken Of Sea
Chicken of the Sea, a prominent name in the seafood industry, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across North America. Founded in 1914, the company has established itself as a leader in the canned and frozen seafood market, specialising in products such as tuna, salmon, and sardines. Renowned for its commitment to quality and sustainability, Chicken of the Sea offers a range of unique products that cater to health-conscious consumers. The brand has achieved significant milestones, including innovations in packaging and a strong focus on responsible sourcing practices. With a solid market position, Chicken of the Sea continues to be a trusted choice for seafood lovers, recognised for its dedication to providing nutritious and delicious options.
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Chicken Of Sea's reported carbon emissions
In 2015, Chicken of the Sea reported total carbon emissions of approximately 22,701,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 6,700,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of around 9,800,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling about 6,200,000 kg CO2e, which encompasses business travel and employee commuting. Comparatively, emissions in previous years were as follows: in 2014, total emissions were about 24,061,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 7,500,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at about 9,800,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at around 6,800,000 kg CO2e. In 2013, total emissions were about 19,039,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions of approximately 6,400,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at around 9,500,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at about 3,100,000 kg CO2e. The 2012 figures showed total emissions of about 18,927,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 5,800,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at around 8,500,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at about 4,700,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, Chicken of the Sea has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests a need for further transparency regarding their strategies for addressing climate change.
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| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 5,800,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 8,500,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 4,700,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Chicken Of Sea is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
