- Record high cocoa prices due to a global shortage of beans caused by weather and climate-related challenges.
- Declining cocoa productivity due to poor agricultural practices, nutrient-depleted soils, aging cocoa trees, and waning interest from the next generation in becoming cocoa farmers.
- Child labor in supply chains and deforestation.
Barry Callebaut AG
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023-09-01 to 2024-08-31 reporting, Barry Callebaut AG disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 13.0M tCO2e/year (net including removals). By scope: Scope 1: 125.3K tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 100.1K tCO2e/year; Scope 3: 12.8M tCO2e/year (net). 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
13.0M tCO2e/year (net including removals)
2023-09-01 to 2024-08-31
Renewable Energy
76% (electricity), 49% (total energy)
of total energy
Water Usage
2.3M m3/year
2023-09-01 to 2024-08-31
Energy Use
1.5M MWh/year
2023-09-01 to 2024-08-31
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023-09-01 to 2024-08-31)
| 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). | 125.3K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 100.1K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 12.8M tCO2e/year (net) |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2023-09-01 to 2024-08-31 | 13.0M tCO2e/year (net including removals) |
| 2022-09 to 2023-08 | 7.85 million tCO2e (overall); 7.62 million tCO2e (net) |
| 2014-2015 | 367.7K t CO2 |
| 2011-2012 | 210.7K tCO2e (Scope 1 & 2 excluding biomass) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Significant Scope 3 emissions removals through our scaled-up agroforestry approach and establishment of over 33,700 new hectares of agroforestry (-388,433 tCO2e)
- Increased renewable energy consumption to 76% of total electricity use, with 39 of 62 factories using 100% renewable electricity.
- Reduced net carbon intensity by -5.6% and absolute net emissions by -6.8% since 2021/22.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Forest positive by 2025
- 500,000 cocoa farmers lifted out of poverty by 2025
- Entire supply chain covered by Human Rights Due Diligence by 2025
📅 Medium-term
- 100% certified or verified cocoa and ingredients by 2030
- Decarbonize footprint in line with 1.5°C pathway by 2030
- Cocoa farming communities empowered to protect child rights by 2030
🔭 Long-term
- Net zero emissions by 2050
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Supply Chain TraceabilityClimate and EnergyBiodiversity and EcosystemsWorkers in the Value ChainAffected Communities