How Reducing Scope 3 Emissions Boosts Corporate Financial Performance
How Reducing Scope 3 Emissions Boosts Corporate Financial Performance 27.02.25 | Christina Bork Sustainability is no longer just an image issue – it is a key driver of economic success. Companies that reduce their Scope 3 emissions benefit not only ecologically, but also financially. But how exactly does such a reduction lead to economic added […]
What is the greenhouse effect?
What is the greenhouse effect? 26.02.25 | Jakob Tresch The greenhouse effect is a natural process that keeps our planet warm enough to sustain life. In today’s world, it’s also a major driver of climate change, with direct consequences for food production, supply chains, and the entire agricultural sector. Understanding its role is crucial for […]
What are Scopes?
What are Scopes? 24.02.25 | Jakob Tresch The food industry is a major contributor to global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, from agricultural production to processing, packaging, and distribution. To measure and manage its environmental impact, businesses in the sector must classify emissions into three categories: Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3. These categories, established […]
What is a food carbon footprint?
What is a food carbon footprint? 12.02.25 | Jakob Tresch The way we grow, transport and consume food has a big impact on the environment. Every step of food production – from farming to packaging, shipping, and even food waste—releases carbon dioxide (CO2) and other greenhouse gases into the air. This impact is called the […]
What is CO2?
What is co2? 05.02.25 | Jakob Tresch CO2 (or carbon dioxide) is an invisible gas that is naturally present in the air. CO2 plays a key role in agriculture because it is essential for plant life. Plants absorb CO2 during photosynthesis and release oxygen in return. However, CO2 is also one of the main greenhouse […]
Why Artificial Intelligence Will Change Sustainability
Why artificial intelligence will change sustainability 21.11.24 | Jakob Tresch As the CTO of a startup at the intersection of food, technology, and sustainability, I’m often struck by how limited access to climate data remains. For over two decades, there’s been a massive effort to expand knowledge about carbon emissions within the Life Cycle Assessment […]
Science Based Targets for SME
Science Based Target Initiative for SMEs 25.01.24 | Jakob Tresch As of January 2024, a total of 7482 businesses have embraced emission reduction targets in alignment with Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) guidance. The SBTi officially approved 4471 of these targets (Link). Notably, a third of the global market value has joined this green initiative. […]
Details in the Soil
Details in the Soil 30.11.23 | Jakob Tresch Welcome to our deep dive into the world of agricultural emissions and their impact on the environment. In recent years, the conversation around carbon footprints has extended beyond factories and urban settings to the very heart of our food supply – the farms. This post aims to […]
Regulatory Chronicles
Regulatory Chronicles 15.11.23 | Jakob Tresch Today, we’re diving deep into sustainability reporting, and guess what? It’s not just a buzzword; it’s a roadmap for the future. As a food manufacturer, you might wonder when and how you’ll need to spill the beans on your emissions and supply chain details. From the heart of Europe […]
Reporting Standards Jungle
Reporting Standards Jungle 31.10.23 | Jakob Tresch In this blog, we look at the state-of-the-art regulatory frameworks to comply with GHG reporting and accounting. Our jungle adventure revolves around the idea that national mandates are designed to standardize carbon accounting and ensure that industries are held accountable for achieving climate targets. The European Parliament, for […]