Bakkafrost hosts ESG workshop for Sustainability Network Association
22.08.2025
Yesterday, Bakkafrost hosted a workshop for the sustainability network association, Varandi Vinna, in the Faroe Islands. The focus was on how companies can measure and report their greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions using international standards such as the GHG Protocol. The programme included a brief overview of key social metrics required by the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS) standard, such as workforce composition, health and safety, and diversity indicators.
Held at Bakkafrost’s headquarters in Glyvrar, the workshop gathered member companies from across the Faroe Islands, reflecting a strong and growing interest in structured climate reporting and the green transition. As host, Bakkafrost was pleased to share the knowledge built over many years of working with sustainability reporting and CO2 emissions management.
Group Sustainability Director Tordis Poulsen and ESG Accounting Manager Bjarki Johannessen presented Bakkafrost’s methodology for calculating Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions, with a focus on emission factors, traceability, and alignment with Science Based Targets. They also introduced practical guidance on building a GHG inventory in Excel and using the data for CSRD/ESRS reporting and climate target management.
Participants engaged actively in discussions on the themes presented at the workshop but also included other broader sustainability topics. The dialogue and interest highlighted the value of sharing experiences and practical approaches within the network. This illustrates how the network supports the ongoing green transition in the Faroe Islands, which is an effort that Bakkafrost is committed to encourage and contributing to through active participation and knowledge sharing.
About Varandi Vinna
Varandi Vinna is a sustainability network organized by The House of Industry in the Faroe Islands. Its purpose is to bring together companies committed to sustainable development and the green transition. It works as a collaborative platform for sharing knowledge and practices across industries.
