Thai Union
Thai Union Group PCL, commonly known as Thai Union, is a leading global player in the seafood industry, headquartered in Thailand. Established in 1977, the company has grown to become a major force in the production and distribution of seafood products, with significant operations across Asia, Europe, and North America. Thai Union is renowned for its diverse range of products, including canned tuna, shrimp, and pet food, distinguished by a commitment to sustainability and quality. The company has achieved notable milestones, such as pioneering responsible sourcing practices and being a key advocate for ocean conservation. With a strong market position, Thai Union has received numerous accolades for its innovation and sustainability efforts, solidifying its reputation as a trusted brand in the seafood sector.
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Thai Union's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Thai Union reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 2,758,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 and about 406,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2. This marks a reduction from 2023, where emissions were approximately 4,165,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 and about 434,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its absolute GHG emissions by 42% by 2030 from a 2021 baseline, covering both Scope 1 and 2 emissions. Furthermore, Thai Union aims for a significant long-term reduction of 90% in these scopes by 2050. In addition to its direct emissions, Thai Union is committed to reducing Scope 3 emissions by 42% by 2030, with a long-term goal of achieving a 90% reduction by 2050. The company has also pledged to reach net-zero emissions across its entire value chain by 2050, aligning with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and the 1.5°C ambition of the Paris Agreement. These commitments reflect Thai Union's dedication to sustainability and climate action, as part of its SeaChange® 2030 global sustainability strategy. The company is actively working to implement these targets and track its progress towards achieving them.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 422,695,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 2 | 171,758,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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