Accountability and key figures

We want to be leading when it comes to transparency – and that obliges. That is why we continuously work to strengthen our data foundation and through our unique set-up at farm level, we retrieve specific data points that each day help us in our work on sustainability. Both at the farms, in production, as people and employees and the final product on the consumer’s plate.

Science-based targets and Life circle assessment

Calculating the carbon footprint of our products

Life cycle assessment, or LCA, is briefly put an assessment of a product’s lifecycle to calculate the carbon footprint that covers each stage of the product’s life.

Understanding Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)

Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) is a methodological approach aimed at evaluating the potential environmental impacts associated with a product, from its initial raw material extraction phase to its ultimate disposal as waste.

Setting science-based targets

Combating climate change is a key element of our business and sustainability strategy. Our climate vision is to achieve net-zero meat production by 2050 and having our climate targets approved by the Science Based Targets initiative is a concrete step towards achieving just that.

Performance and reporting

ESG performance

Our sustainability activities cover a broad range of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) areas. Below is an overview of the main ESG areas we work with links to where on you can read more about our approach within each of these areas.

Governance

We work systematically and persistently across the value chain to support the development of our industry. We fully recognise that our license to do so rests on strongly embedding international sound principles and business practices in our own company.

Policies and programmes

Danish Crown has a wide range of group policies and commitments so that the world around us knows what we stand for. Our commitments are made in areas where we can make a difference and where relevant frameworks are in place.

Reports and One-pagers

Here you will find all our one-pagers on ESG topics as well as links to reports and statements.

Strategy, SDG's and Partnerships

Sustainability strategy

Our business builds on more than 135 years of tradition and innovation. At Danish Crown, we are constantly improving our performance – from farm to fork – to enable people all over the world to safely enjoy a tasty meal.

Our contribution to the SDGs

At Danish Crown, we are committed to strengthening our positive contribution to the UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and taking responsibility for mitigating negative impacts throughout our value chain.

Partnerships and commitments

As global food company we believe it is crucial to have an open and direct contact with our consumers, business partners and other stakeholders such as NGOs and academia.