International Flavors & Fragrances Inc
IFF's GHG Emissions Data Preview
In 2023, IFF 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).
IFF has also provided a category-level breakdown for 6 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.
| Metric (tCO2e) | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 - 2017 |
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Total Scope 1 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
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Market-Based | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
Location-Based | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
Total Scope 3 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M) | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
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Insights into IFF's Operational Emissions
In 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of IFF amounted to 1,531,266 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 2022, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of IFF decreased by 11.09%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations. a
IFF's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 1
- Year-over-Year Change
What are IFF's Scope 1 emissions?
In 2023, the total Scope 1 emissions of IFF were 694,072 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a
Has IFF reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?
Since 2018, IFF's Scope 1 emissions have increased by 360.26%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time. a b
Compared to the previous year (2022), IFF's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 16.19%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls. a
What are IFF's Scope 2 emissions?
In 2023, IFF reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 824,185 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 837,194 tCO₂e using the location-based method. a
Has IFF reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?
Compared to the previous year (2022), IFF's Scope 2 emissions (Location-Based) have remained relatively stable, indicating that IFF 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint. a
What methodology does IFF use for Scope 2 reporting?
In 2023, IFF reported its Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method and using the location-based method. a
IFF's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 2 Location-Based
- Total Scope 2 Market-Based
Insights into IFF's Value Chain Emissions
In 2023, IFF reported 5,667,289 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 2023 disclosure of IFF includes a breakdown across 6 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, matching the level of disclosure in 2022, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year. a
IFF's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 3
- Year-over-Year Change
What are IFF's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2023, IFF reported total Scope 3 emissions of 5,667,289 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a
Approximately 100% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 0% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment. a
Has IFF reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?
Since 2018, IFF's Scope 3 emissions have increased by 455.74%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time. a b
Compared to the previous year (2022), IFF's Scope 3 emissions decreased by 33.46%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower indirect emissions from its value chain. a
What categories of Scope 3 emissions does IFF disclose?
In 2023, IFF reported emissions for 6 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol. a
This partial disclosure allows for some insight into the company's indirect impacts.
What are the main sources of IFF's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2023, the largest contributors to IFF's Scope 3 emissions were: a
- Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 4,346,181 tCO₂e (76.69%)
- Fuel- and Energy-Related Services (Cat. 3): 639,950 tCO₂e (11.29%)
- Upstream Transportation and Distribution (Cat. 4): 444,929 tCO₂e (7.85%)
IFF's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories
Insights into IFF’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers
In 2023, IFF reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 694,072 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 11,479 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 60.46 tCO₂e per millions USD. a
IFF's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers
How does IFF's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?
In 2023, IFF reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 60.46 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 79.14 , this places the company below its industry benchmark, indicating it is more carbon-efficient than most competitors. a
Where does IFF rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?
In 2023, IFF ranked 12 out of 25 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD). a
IFF is therefore positioned in the mid-range of its industry, neither a clear leader nor a laggard in carbon efficiency. a
Insights into IFF's Total Carbon Footprint
In 2023, IFF reported a total carbon footprint of 7,198,555 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 29.69% decrease compared to 2022, indicating progress in reducing its overall greenhouse gas output. a
The largest contributor to IFF's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 78.73% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 2 emissions at 11.63%. a