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Dairy Free Yoghurts comply with the 5 steps of climate action and are ClimatePartner certified

About the certification

Certified since

01.2024

Certified until

12.2024

Certification ID

5TAQ87

Certification type

Product

About the product group

The Collective produces dairy and dairy free yoghurts and sour cream in New Zealand and you can find them at supermarkets nationwide.
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About the company

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The Collective

Full name of legal entity

Epicurean Dairy ta The Collective New Zealand

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Founded in New Zealand in 2009 by two entrepreneurial chefs, The Collective was born out of a desire to ‘shake things up’. Our mission is simple; to fight the good food fight: one that’s good for your

The 5 steps of climate action

The following 5 steps are required for ClimatePartner certification:

Scroll down to see how the requirements were met.

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Step 1
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Carbon footprints

A product carbon footprint (PCF) provides information about the impact of a product on global warming through its associated emissions. These carbon footprints take into account the materials and energy that goes into different phases of a product's life cycle, such as the extraction of raw materials that make up the product, production processes, transportation, and other supporting processes.

This carbon footprint calculation was completed in January 2024

This carbon footprint is based on the following product life cycle:

CRADLE TO CUSTOMER PLUS AND END OF LIFE

Cradle-to-customer plus end-of-life

The following emissions were taken into account in the life cycle stages of the product:
  • Extraction and pre-processing of raw materials and packaging
  • Transportation from supplier to manufacturer
  • Production of the final product
  • Delivery of the product to the first customer
  • Disposal processes for the product and its packaging
Step 2
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Reduction targets

Reduction targets are an essential part of a company's climate action strategy. By setting concrete targets, companies define the areas, scope, and timeframe for implementing reduction measures.*

Scope 1 and 2 emissions

Scope 1 emissions include all emissions that are either directly generated by the company or under direct control of the company, for example fuel for company cars. Scope 2 emissions are indirect emissions generated by purchased energy, such as electricity.

This company has committed to reducing its emissions by

30%

Time period

2022 to 2030

Scope 3 emissions

This company has committed to defining and disclosing its reduction targets by

2025

* This section contains third party content, which was provided by the certified company to ClimatePartner.
Step 3
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Reduction measures

To meet their reduction targets, it is important for companies to plan and implement concrete measures to achieve effective climate action. This section shows you the reduction measures that have been implemented.*

Product-related reduction measures

All products that are ClimatePartner certified have at least one implemented reduction measure.

Product life cycle

Material, acquisition and pre-processing
Production
Distribution and storageNo measures yet
Use phaseNo measures yet
End-of-lifeNo measures yet
Disclaimer: The reduction measure(s) listed here only refer to the activities and consumptions directly controlled by the company.

Company-related reduction measures

This section shows you the reduction measures that the company has implemented throughout their operations.

100%

of the total electricity consumption is purchased green electricity

*This section contains third party content, which was provided by the certified company to ClimatePartner.
*A consumption greater than 100% indicates the energy is fed into the electricity grid and can be used by other households and companies.
Step 4
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Climate projects

This company financially contributes to certified climate projects during the certificiation period (1). This contribution is intended to accelerate collective efforts towards achieving global net-zero emissions and (3) supports the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Supported projects undergo regular audits by independent third parties to ensure transparency and accountability. However, this financial contribution is not included in the associated greenhouse gas (GHG) inventory nor considered towards meeting decarbonization goals (2). Therefore, it does not impact the carbon footprint of the certified product, company or service.

Number of projects supported:

1

Climate projects were financed for the following amount of emissions:

364.528 Kg CO₂ *

Climate projects supported

Climate project + ocean protection1 t CO2 + 10 kg plastic-Worldwide

Climate project + ocean protection, 1 t CO2 + 10 kg plastic-Worldwide

impact contribution location1 t CO2 + 10 kg plastic-Worldwide
impact contribution standardCombined Project: VERs + Regional Commitment
impact contribution combinedCombined Project

All climate projects at ClimatePartner fulfil strict criteria defined by widely-recognised international standards. Among other things, the projects are required to undergo regular independent monitoring and auditing.

Step 5
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Transparency

An essential part of a company's climate action journey is to make its ambition and achievements visible. The ClimatePartner label is a core component that businesses use to make their climate data and actions fully accessible and transparent to their customers.

More information about The Collective's sustainability efforts

This company has provided additional information about their overall climate action strategy as well as the concrete steps they are taking to reduce their emissions.

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About ClimatePartner certification

ClimatePartner certification provides transparent disclosure of a company’s entire climate action strategy, including carbon footprints, emissions reduction targets, implemented reductions, and financial contribution towards climate projects worldwide.
Find out more on ClimatePartner certification by reading the ClimatePartner Protocol.
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