- High costs of raw materials (maize, soybean meal), logistics, and energy.
- Rising inflation, load shedding, and exchange rate weakness.
- Declining consumer spending power.
- Avian influenza outbreak at Lemoenkloof layer farm.
- Labour unrest at Kaalfontein layer farm.
- Complaints about pest control at Hekpoort farm.
Quantum Foods Holdings Ltd
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2021-10 to 2022-09 reporting, Quantum Foods Holdings Ltd disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 20.3K tCO2e/year (Scope 1 South Africa). By scope: Scope 1: 20.3K tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 47.9K 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
20.3K tCO2e/year (Scope 1 South Africa)
2021-10 to 2022-09
Renewable Energy
6% of total electricity usage
of total energy
📊 Emissions by Scope (2021-10 to 2022-09)
| 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). | 20.3K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 47.9K 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 |
|---|---|
| 2021-10 to 2022-09 | 20.3K tCO2e/year (Scope 1 South Africa) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Additional solar power panels installed at six sites, delivering 6% of total electricity usage.
- BiobiN® systems installed to manage organic waste.
- Upgrades at Hartbeespoort hatchery to improve wastewater management and incorporate solar power.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce wastage of water and energy.
📅 Medium-term
- Improve ESG performance from 92% compliance level.
- Increase renewable energy use.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate changeSustainable resource useAnimal welfareTransformationFood safety