Kepak Group decreased scope 1and 2 emissions, location and market based. Scope 3 emissions were also reduced, exceeding the target milestone by close to 3%.
In 2023, Kepak Group experienced a modest increase in energy consumption per unit output from 518 kWh/t in 2022 to 535 kWh/t, surpassing their milestone target by 2.9%. The increase in energy use is linked to the execution of several strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing resource efficiency. These included appointing resource efficiency champions at all sites, conducting comprehensive electricity mapping, and instituting monthly site meetings focused on water and energy consumption. Despite this, the company has made notable progress in reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
Absolute scope 1 and 2 location-based emissions decreased in 2023, exceeding the milestone target by more than 11%. Market-based scope 1 and 2 emissions also declined, surpassing the milestone target by more than 55%.
Furthermore, Kepak Group achieved a reduction in scope 3 emissions in 2023, exceeding the milestone target by 9.5%. Key initiatives contributing to these reductions included integrating an emissions calculator into the internal sustainability dashboard and leveraging Kepak's farm to showcase new sustainable farming technologies. The company also actively communicated these sustainable practices to its supply base.
The introduction of Rowan Engineering Consultancy to support energy and resource efficiency, alongside the development of a standardised template for reporting metrics, has bolstered Kepak’s efforts. The company’s Resource Efficiency team continues to implement training, strategic investments, and routine improvements, setting a solid foundation for ongoing progress in energy management and emissions reduction.
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Kepak Group decreased scope 1and 2 emissions, location and market based. Scope 3 emissions were also reduced, exceeding the target milestone by close to 3%.