- High inflation and increased input costs (raw materials, packaging, freight, energy).
- Competition from private labels and other confectionery companies.
- Consolidation of the grocery retail trade leading to price pressure.
- Climate change impacts (transition and physical risks).
- Supply chain disruptions due to geopolitical events and extreme weather.
- Health trends and consumer preferences shifting towards natural ingredients and less sugar.
Cloetta AB (publ)
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Cloetta AB (publ) disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 282.7K tCO2e/year. By scope: Scope 1: 20.1K tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 12.1K tCO2e/year; Scope 3: 250.5K tCO2e/year. Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
282.7K tCO2e/year
2023
Renewable Energy
22% of total energy use
of total energy
Waste
102 kg/tonne produced
2023
Energy Use
192 GWh/year
2023
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | 20.1K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 12.1K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 250.5K tCO2e/year |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 282.7K tCO2e/year |
| 2022 | 292.5K tCO2e |
| 2019 | 30.5K tCO2e (Scope 1+2) |
| 2017 | 0.29 kg CO2 per produced kg |
| 2016 | 21.5K tonnes CO2e (Scope 1) and 16500 tonnes CO2e (Scope 2) in 2016 |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Total CO₂e emissions decreased by approximately 10% compared to 2019 (base year).
- PlantPack accounted for approximately 12% of plastic packaging (3% increase from 2022).
- Total waste decreased to 102 kg/tonne produced (from 106 kg/tonne in 2022).
- Maintained 100% Rainforest Alliance certified cocoa and RSPO Segregated Certified palm oil.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- 100% recyclable packaging by 2025
- Zero emissions from total waste by 2025
📅 Medium-term
- 46% absolute greenhouse gas emissions reduction by 2030 compared to 2019.
- 100% packaging from renewable sources or recycled materials by 2030.
- 75% of transportation to renewable fuel by 2030.
- 75% renewable energy sources by 2030.
- Pick & mix to reach EBIT margin of 5–7%.
🔭 Long-term
- Net zero emissions by 2050
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate ActionSustainable SourcingLess and Better PackagingEmployee well-beingCommunity engagementHuman and labor rights