GHG Emissions, Industrial  -  November 4, 2021

Fresh Del Monte to Reduce Scope 1, 2 and 3 GHG Emissions by 2030

Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc., a Coral Gables, Florida-based fresh fruits and vegetable company, said its emissions reduction targets were approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) for being consistent with the levels required to meet the goals of the Paris Agreement. 

The 27.5% reduction target includes the GHG emissions from the company’s operations (Scopes 1 and 2). Its 12.3% reduction target for emissions from its value chain (Scope 3) including emissions from purchased goods and services, upstream transportation and distribution, waste generated in operations, and employee commuting meet the SBTi’s criteria for value chain goals, meeting current best practice standards.

“We’re thrilled to receive approval of our emissions reduction targets by the Science Based Targets initiative, which furthers our commitment to protect the health of our planet today and for future generations,” said Hans Sauter, Chief Sustainability Officer and SVP of Research & Development at Fresh Del Monte in a statement. “The food system is a vital area for climate action and we hope to lead by example and inspire others in the industry to make the commitment toward this much needed change.”

Fresh Del Monte said it is one of a few agricultural producers that have developed emissions reduction targets grounded in climate science. In 2020, 63% of the company’s capital expenditures benefitted climate action. To help manage its emissions, water, and waste, the company also created a proprietary new environmental action tool and database to track data facility by facility, covering 100% of Fresh Del Monte’s global operations.