What is the CarbonCloud Platform?
The CarbonCloud Platform is a cutting-edge sustainability tool designed specifically for food companies. It helps businesses calculate emissions, collaborate seamlessly with suppliers, and decarbonize their entire supply chains. Born from decades of climate research and founded by scientists in Gothenburg, Sweden, CarbonCloud translates complex climate science into actionable insights. This scalable SaaS platform boasts the world’s largest carbon footprint dataset, making it easier than ever for the food industry to increase transparency in real-time, at every operational level.
Main Benefits of Using CarbonCloud
CarbonCloud offers a range of powerful features that make sustainability efforts more effective and manageable:
- Automated Scope 3 Calculations: Reliable, immediate Scope 3 emissions data powered by AI and a robust emissions factors database, refined continuously with supplier data.
- Supply Chain Engagement: Automated outreach and workflows connect companies with suppliers, improving data accuracy through collaboration.
- Product Carbon Footprint Calculations: Calculate the carbon footprint of your product portfolio using your bill of materials and communicate results with carbon labels.
- SBTi FLAG Reporting: Set baselines, track reduction targets, and report confidently with ready-to-use FLAG breakdowns and Scope 3 data.
- Science-Backed Data: Calculations align with GHG Protocol and ISO 14067, ensuring compliance, traceability, and audit readiness.
How CarbonCloud Supports Food and Beverage Companies
Designed specifically for the food and beverage sector, CarbonCloud understands the complexity of multi-tiered agricultural supply chains. It provides full calculation control from farm to shelf, making it easier for companies to manage emissions across every stage of production. The AI-powered engine automatically matches product portfolios to a proprietary database, delivering precise and scalable emissions calculations. This tailored approach ensures that businesses can tackle their unique sustainability challenges head-on.
Engaging Suppliers at Scale
One of CarbonCloud’s standout features is its network-based supplier engagement. Unlike other platforms, it enables real supplier collaboration at scale through automated outreach and built-in data validation. This means companies can gather more accurate data faster, fostering transparency and trust throughout the supply chain. It’s a game-changer for those looking to improve their environmental impact while maintaining strong supplier relationships.
Transparency and Trust in Emissions Reporting
CarbonCloud’s commitment to transparency is evident in its open methodologies, detailed parameter data, and complete change logs. Every calculation is traceable, verifiable, and audit-ready, giving companies confidence in their reporting. This level of detail supports real reductions, not just paper promises, helping businesses meet regulatory requirements and stakeholder expectations with ease.
Project Impact on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production – by enabling accurate measurement and reduction of food supply chain emissions.
- SDG 13: Climate Action – through tools that support science-based targets and transparent reporting.
- SDG 2: Zero Hunger – by promoting sustainable agricultural practices and supply chain improvements.
- SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals – fostering collaboration between food companies and suppliers worldwide.
Exploring the Latest Insights from CarbonCloud
CarbonCloud continues to lead conversations on climate transparency within the food supply chain. Recent topics include the critical need for climate transparency—arguably the biggest demand since sliced bread—and the tangible benefits of product carbon footprint calculations for food and beverage companies. These insights help businesses stay informed and inspired to take meaningful climate action.
