Kerry
Kerry Group, often referred to simply as Kerry, is a leading global provider of taste and nutrition solutions, headquartered in Ireland (IE). Founded in 1972, the company has established a strong presence in over 140 countries, with significant operations across Europe, North America, and Asia-Pacific. Specialising in the food and beverage industry, Kerry offers a diverse range of products and services, including flavourings, functional ingredients, and ready-to-eat meals. Their commitment to innovation and sustainability sets them apart, as they continually develop unique solutions tailored to meet evolving consumer demands. With a robust market position, Kerry Group has achieved numerous accolades, reflecting its dedication to quality and excellence in food technology. The company remains at the forefront of the industry, driving advancements that enhance taste and nutrition worldwide.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Kerry's score of 46 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Kerry's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Kerry Group reported total carbon emissions of approximately 9,318,200,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 433,600,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 28,700,000 kg CO2e (market-based) and 307,500,000 kg CO2e (location-based). The majority of emissions stemmed from Scope 3, amounting to around 8,855,900,000 kg CO2e, which includes categories such as purchased goods and services (approximately 7,362,200,000 kg CO2e) and use of sold products (about 203,300,000 kg CO2e). Kerry Group has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 55% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using 2017 as the baseline year. This target has been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and aligns with the Paris Agreement's goal to limit global temperature rise to 1.5°C. Additionally, the company is committed to reducing Scope 3 emissions by 30% per tonne of finished product by 2030. Kerry Group has already achieved a 48% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions over the 2017 baseline by the end of 2022. Furthermore, the company has pledged to reach net-zero emissions across all scopes before 2050, reinforcing its commitment to sustainability and climate action.
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| 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 38,683,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 |
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Kerry is participating in some 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.
