Darling Ingredients
Darling Ingredients Inc., a leading player in the sustainable food and feed industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1882, the company has evolved significantly, establishing a strong presence across North America and internationally. Specialising in the conversion of edible and inedible by-products into high-quality ingredients, Darling Ingredients focuses on areas such as animal nutrition, renewable energy, and biofuels. The company’s core products include protein meals, fats, and other essential ingredients that cater to diverse markets, setting them apart through their commitment to sustainability and innovation. With a robust market position, Darling Ingredients has achieved notable milestones, including strategic acquisitions that enhance their operational capabilities and expand their global reach. Their dedication to environmental stewardship and resource recovery continues to drive their success in the industry.
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Darling Ingredients's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Darling Ingredients reported total carbon emissions of approximately 19,492,720,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 1,949,272,000 kg CO2e, which encompasses direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 410,264,000 kg CO2e, representing indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity. The company also disclosed significant Scope 3 emissions, amounting to around 13,545,000,000 kg CO2e, which includes emissions from the entire value chain. Darling Ingredients has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2023 as the baseline year. This target reflects the company's aspiration for net-zero emissions by 2050. The commitment is part of a broader strategy to enhance sustainability and reduce the carbon footprint associated with its operations. In 2022, the company reported total emissions of about 15,873,070,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 1,587,307,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at around 419,119,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a significant increase in emissions in 2023 compared to the previous year, highlighting the challenges faced in emission reduction efforts. Darling Ingredients is committed to transparency and has aligned its targets with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), confirming its commitment to achieving net-zero emissions. The company is actively working towards reducing its carbon intensity, with a goal to decrease energy consumption by 5% per unit processed by 2025, based on 2020 values. Overall, Darling Ingredients is taking significant steps to address its carbon emissions and is focused on achieving substantial reductions in the coming years, while also striving for long-term sustainability goals.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,365,763,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 420,977,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 312,521,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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