Grupo Nutresa
Grupo Nutresa S.A., a leading player in the food industry, is headquartered in Medellín, Colombia. Founded in 1920, the company has established a strong presence across Latin America and the Caribbean, focusing on the production and distribution of processed foods. Its diverse portfolio includes categories such as biscuits, chocolates, coffee, and cold cuts, with a commitment to quality and innovation that sets its products apart in the market. With a robust market position, Grupo Nutresa has achieved significant milestones, including numerous sustainability initiatives and recognitions for its corporate social responsibility efforts. The company’s dedication to excellence and its strategic expansion have solidified its reputation as a trusted brand, making it a key player in the region's food sector.
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Grupo Nutresa's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Grupo Nutresa reported Scope 2 emissions of approximately 10,461 kg CO2e (market-based) and 56,848 kg CO2e (location-based). For 2023, the company disclosed a total of 173,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 emissions globally, with specific regional emissions including 92,341,000 kg CO2e in Colombia and 11,389,000 kg CO2e in the US. Grupo Nutresa has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 40% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, relative to 2020 levels. This target reflects their strategy to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions and adapt to climate change. Notably, the company achieved a 46.2% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions in Colombia from 2010 to 2019, alongside a 100% reduction in Scope 2 emissions through the purchase of certified green energy during the same period. The company has also highlighted its commitment to carbon neutrality for its Tosh brand, which has achieved certification for offsetting CO2 emissions across its entire lifecycle, with a long-term goal set for 2050. Overall, Grupo Nutresa's emissions data and climate commitments underscore its proactive approach to sustainability and environmental responsibility.
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| 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,164 | 0,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - |
| Scope 2 | 211 | 000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 3 | 403 | 000 | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Grupo Nutresa 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.
