Palsgaard
Palsgaard A/S, commonly referred to as Palsgaard, is a leading global manufacturer of emulsifiers and stabilisers, headquartered in Brande, Denmark. Established in 1918, the company has expanded its operations across Europe, Asia, and the Americas, solidifying its presence in the food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic industries. Palsgaard is renowned for its innovative range of plant-based emulsifiers, which are designed to enhance product quality while promoting sustainability. Their commitment to eco-friendly solutions has positioned them as a pioneer in the market, with notable achievements in developing clean-label products. With over a century of expertise, Palsgaard continues to set industry standards, making significant contributions to food technology and formulation.
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Palsgaard's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Palsgaard reported total carbon emissions of approximately 15,362,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2, alongside significant Scope 3 emissions of about 85,048,000 kg CO2e. This data reflects a corporate commitment to transparency in emissions reporting, inherited from its parent company, Palsgaard A/S, as part of a current subsidiary relationship. Over the years, Palsgaard has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. In 2022, the company recorded Scope 1 and 2 emissions of about 18,714,000 kg CO2e, indicating a reduction in these emissions in 2023. However, no specific reduction targets or initiatives have been documented in their climate strategy, suggesting a need for more defined commitments in line with industry standards. Palsgaard's emissions data shows a historical trend of Scope 1 and 2 emissions, with figures of approximately 7,206,000 kg CO2e in 2021 and 4,694,000 kg CO2e in 2020. The company has not disclosed any specific initiatives or targets related to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges, which could enhance its sustainability profile. Overall, while Palsgaard has made strides in emissions reduction, the absence of formal reduction targets highlights an opportunity for the company to strengthen its climate commitments and align with global sustainability goals.
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| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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| Scope 1 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 |
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Palsgaard 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.
