Fonterra Co-Operative Group Ltd
Fonterra Co-Operative Group's GHG Emissions Data Preview
In 2025, Fonterra Co-Operative Group completed a corporate carbon footprint assessment and publicly disclosed its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions according to the GHG Protocol, covering Scope 1 (direct emissions from owned or controlled sources), Scope 2 (indirect emissions from purchased energy) and Scope 3 (indirect emissions across the value chain).
Fonterra Co-Operative Group has also provided a category-level breakdown for 11 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.
| Metric (tCO2e) | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 - 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Total Scope 1 | 0000000 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 |
Total Scope 2 | ||||
Market-Based | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 |
Location-Based | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 |
Total Scope 3 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 | 0000000 |
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M) | 0000000 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 |
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
aVerified Sources Behind Fonterra Co-Operative Group’s Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Data
Every figure on this dashboard has a transparent audit trail. With Tracenable, each data point is traceable back to its original source, viewable directly inside our platform. Explore Fonterra Co-Operative Group’s data sources below and access millions more through our Disclosure Search.
Insights into Fonterra Co-Operative Group's Operational Emissions
In 2025, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Fonterra Co-Operative Group amounted to 1,646,000 metric tons of CO2 equivalent. This figure includes both direct emissions from owned or controlled sources (Scope 1) and indirect emissions from purchased energy (Scope 2).a
Compared to 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Fonterra Co-Operative Group decreased by 2.49%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations.a
Fonterra Co-Operative Group's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 1
- Year-over-Year Change
What are Fonterra Co-Operative Group's Scope 1 emissions?
In 2025, the total Scope 1 emissions of Fonterra Co-Operative Group were 1,225,000 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a
Has Fonterra Co-Operative Group reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?
Since 2019, Fonterra Co-Operative Group's Scope 1 emissions have decreased by 27.98%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time.ab
Compared to the previous year (2024), Fonterra Co-Operative Group's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 6.06%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls.a
What are Fonterra Co-Operative Group's Scope 2 emissions?
In 2025, Fonterra Co-Operative Group reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 448,000 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 421,000 tCO₂e using the location-based method.a
Has Fonterra Co-Operative Group reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?
Since 2019, Fonterra Co-Operative Group's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (Location-Based) have decreased by 36.4%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 2 emissions over time.ab
Compared to the previous year (2024), Fonterra Co-Operative Group's Scope 2 emissions (Location-Based) have remained relatively stable, indicating that Fonterra Co-Operative Group's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint.a
What methodology does Fonterra Co-Operative Group use for Scope 2 reporting?
In 2025, Fonterra Co-Operative Group reported its Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method and using the location-based method.a
Fonterra Co-Operative Group's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 2 Location-Based
- Total Scope 2 Market-Based
Insights into Fonterra Co-Operative Group's Value Chain Emissions
In 2025, Fonterra Co-Operative Group reported 25,079,000 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing indirect emissions across its upstream and downstream value chain.a
The 2025 disclosure of Fonterra Co-Operative Group includes a breakdown across 11 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, matching the level of disclosure in 2024, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year.a
Fonterra Co-Operative Group's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 3
- Year-over-Year Change
What are Fonterra Co-Operative Group's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2025, Fonterra Co-Operative Group reported total Scope 3 emissions of 25,079,000 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a
Approximately 98.93% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 1.07% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment.a
Has Fonterra Co-Operative Group reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?
Since 2019, Fonterra Co-Operative Group's Scope 3 emissionshave remained relatively stable, indicating that Fonterra Co-Operative Group's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its value chain footprint.ab
Compared to the previous year (2024), Fonterra Co-Operative Group's Scope 3 emissions remained relatively stable, indicating that Fonterra Co-Operative Group's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its value chain footprint.a
What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Fonterra Co-Operative Group disclose?
In 2025, Fonterra Co-Operative Group reported emissions for 11 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol.a
This reflects a high level of granularity and transparency in the company's emissions reporting.
What are the main sources of Fonterra Co-Operative Group's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2025, the largest contributors to Fonterra Co-Operative Group's Scope 3 emissions were:a
- Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 23,038,000 tCO₂e (91.86%)
- Downstream Transportation and Distribution (Cat. 9): 765,000 tCO₂e (3.05%)
- Upstream Transportation and Distribution (Cat. 4): 644,000 tCO₂e (2.57%)
Fonterra Co-Operative Group's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories
Insights into Fonterra Co-Operative Group’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers
In 2025, Fonterra Co-Operative Group reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 1,225,000 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 14,203 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 86.25 tCO₂e per millions USD.a
Fonterra Co-Operative Group's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers
How does Fonterra Co-Operative Group's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?
In 2025, Fonterra Co-Operative Group reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 86.25 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 41.14, this places the company above its industry benchmark, indicating it is less carbon-efficient than most competitors.a
Where does Fonterra Co-Operative Group rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?
In 2025, Fonterra Co-Operative Group ranked 25 out of 25 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD).a
This places Fonterra Co-Operative Group among the least efficient performers, with one of the highest emissions intensities in its sector.a
Insights into Fonterra Co-Operative Group's Total Carbon Footprint
In 2025, Fonterra Co-Operative Group reported a total carbon footprint of 26,725,000 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 2.16% increase compared to 2024, suggesting a rise in emissions across its operations or value chain.a
The largest contributor to Fonterra Co-Operative Group's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 93.84% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 1 emissions at 4.58%.a