CLIMATE ACTION

The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) has officially approved Pilgrim’s near-term science-based emissions reduction target.

“Pilgrim commits to reducing absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 42% by 2030 from a 2023 base year, and to measure and reduce its scope 3 emissions.”

The SBTi has classified this target as being in line with the Paris Agreement and the 1.5°C trajectory, which represents the most ambitious designation available through the SBTi process for near-term targets.

The approval of this near-term target confirms that Pilgrim is committed to reducing our greenhouse gas emissions in alignment with climate science and the goals of the Paris Agreement.

Scope 1: Direct emissions from company-owned and leased vehicles.

Scope 2: Indirect emissions from purchased electricity and heating/cooling used at our operational sites under direct control, including offices in Denmark and China, warehouse facilities in Denmark, and Pilgrim retail stores in Denmark and Sweden.

Our emissions are calculated using the operational control approach and in accordance with the Danish Climate Compass (Klimakompasset), developed by the Danish Business Authority in collaboration with the Danish Energy Agency. The base year for our target is 2023.

We work broadly to reduce our climate impact across our operations and value chain, with a primary focus on the areas where we have direct control and can take concrete action. A key focus is the gradual transition to electric company cars by 2030, alongside efforts to reduce energy use and improve energy efficiency.

Across our supply chain, we work together with suppliers and other partners to minimize emissions and support the transition towards lower-impact production and logistics.