Liffey Meats made significant strides in reducing their carbon emissions under Scope 1, 2, and 3 through upgrading equipment, utilising renewable energy resources, and implementing a sustainable farming programme.
As part of Ireland's Climate Action Plan, Liffey Meats has made notable progress in reducing its carbon emissions. The company achieved a 27% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions from 2018 levels. In 2023, Liffey Meats reduced Scope 1 and 2 emissions from 6,683.67 tCO2e in 2022 to 5,954.06 tCO2e, surpassing their milestone target by 9.1%. This improvement is attributed to a range of initiatives, including energy efficiency measures, such as upgrading equipment and optimising processes, and a transition to renewable energy sources like solar panels and wind turbines. Additionally, Liffey Meats trialed hydrotreated vegetable oil, which significantly cuts carbon emissions compared to diesel, and enhanced its energy management through ISO50001 certification.
In addressing Scope 3 emissions, which are primarily linked to cattle purchases, Liffey Meats reduced emissions intensity from 9.78 tCO2e/t in 2022 to 9.26 tCO2e/t in 2023, exceeding their milestone target by 4.8%. Key efforts include optimising transportation logistics, promoting sustainable practices among suppliers, and implementing the Positive Farming Programme. This programme, in collaboration with experts from Teagasc and other organisations, provides practical advice to farmers on reducing emissions at the source. The introduction of advanced technology for emissions tracking and data analysis has been crucial in managing and verifying progress.
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