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Upstream emissions from agriculture contribute around 80 % of global food sector emissions
Source: Agreena
Agreena: leading the charge on supply chain transformation Agreena is the supply chain decarbonisation partner for major corporates, food processors and manufacturers. Its vertically integrated offering – from farm enrolment to verified Impact Units – makes decarbonisation actionable, scalable and trackable.
“ Our work is rooted in regenerating the planet through decarbonisation, whilst simultaneously strengthening our agriculture and food systems,” Luke explains. The platform is designed for transparency, traceability and rapid scale, supporting companies through every stage of their Scope 3 journey.
As independent verification emerges as the currency of climate integrity, the role of platforms like Agreena only grows, offering both the strategic system and operational execution needed to meet net zero aims.
A direct route to credibility Scope 3 is no longer an afterthought. Its share of the corporate climate footprint is overwhelming – often 70-90 %. Embedding decarbonisation in business strategy, procurement and capital allocation is no longer optional but a necessity for futureproofing operations.
“ Sustainability leaders should prioritise credibility, transparency, supplier engagement, measurable reductions and shared value creation,” Luke says. Verified impact must be the standard for both reporting and decision-making.
Collaboration and early engagement are critical.“ Suppliers are the source of most Scope 3 emissions, so early engagement is key – through shared targets, incentives and co-investment programmes for decarbonisation which mitigate regulatory, reputational and operational risk and build long-term resilience,” Luke advises.
Agreena and SustainCERT provide the framework and technology. The onus now shifts to sustainability executives to pursue best practice, credible claims and robust reporting.
The future of supply chain management“ Gone are the days of sustainability acting as a standalone function – given short- and long-term net zero ambitions and science-based targets, it is now a core, operational pillar of their business and a real opportunity for firms to be on the front foot,” Luke says. In the end, independent verification will be the cornerstone for those seeking genuine progress in supply chain decarbonisation – a new currency for credible climate leadership in the 2020s and beyond.
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