AFB International
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2024)
Reporting Period: 2024
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 1 Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 2 Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 3 Emissions:Not disclosed
Renewable Energy Share:Not disclosed
Total Energy Consumption:Not disclosed
Water Consumption:Not disclosed
Waste Generated:Not disclosed
Carbon Intensity:Not disclosed
ESG Focus Areas
- Environmental sustainability
- Social responsibility
- Animal welfare
- Responsible sourcing
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced CO2 emissions at Oss facility by 249 US tons per year through solar energy
- Prevented 7.2 million pounds of CO2 emissions at Aurora facility by recycling product waste
- 100% heat captured from production process heats Oss factory
- 1/3 of Oss facility's electricity from solar panels
- 100% of Ter Apelkanaal facility's electricity from solar panels
- 80% of AFB Europe’s soybean supply grown in Europe reducing food miles and emissions
Social Achievements
- 32% representation of women on Director and Executive Leadership Teams
- All employees required to attend Unconscious Bias training
- Employee volunteer work supporting various community events
- AFB Corporate Headquarters voted Top 3 Healthiest Places to Work in 2023
- $6,123.94 donated to Franklin County Foster Closet
Governance Achievements
- Supplier Code of Conduct in place
- EcoVadis Silver Medal in 2022
- Member of the Pet Sustainability Coalition
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Medium-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Short-term Goals:
- Implement responsible sourcing strategies company-wide by 2025
Environmental Challenges
- Energy consumption
- Water usage
- Waste minimization
- Deforestation in sourcing
Mitigation Strategies
- Comprehensive energy audits at each site
- Long-term energy reduction plan
- Water reduction plan
- Standardizing and enhancing recycling practices
- Strategies for responsible sourcing in Europe, to be implemented company-wide by 2025
- Collaboration with suppliers and customers to promote certified sustainable fish options
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Not disclosed
Responsible Procurement
- Supplier Code of Conduct
- Prioritizing local suppliers
- Incorporating alternative proteins
- Sourcing certified seafood
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Not disclosed
Transition Risks
- Not disclosed
Opportunities
- Development of energy-efficient products
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Certifications: Null
Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Not disclosed
Aligns with 10 UN SDGs, but specific goals not listed
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Palatants incorporating alternative proteins, sourcing certified seafood, prioritizing local suppliers
Awards & Recognition
- Not disclosed