Pepsico
PepsiCo, Inc., a global leader in the food and beverage industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1898, the company has evolved significantly, establishing a strong presence in North America, Latin America, Europe, Africa, and Asia. PepsiCo's diverse portfolio includes iconic brands such as Pepsi, Mountain Dew, Lay's, and Quaker, which are renowned for their quality and innovation. With a commitment to sustainability and health, PepsiCo has made strides in reducing sugar and enhancing nutritional value across its product lines. The company consistently ranks among the top players in the global market, recognised for its robust financial performance and strategic acquisitions. Notable achievements include its focus on environmentally friendly practices and community engagement, solidifying its position as a responsible corporate leader in the industry.
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Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Beverage Manufacturing industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Industry Benchmark
Pepsico's score of 86 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Pepsico's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, PepsiCo reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 58 billion kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions accounted for about 3.4 billion kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions were around 300 million kg CO2e. The majority of emissions, approximately 54 billion kg CO2e, originated from Scope 3, primarily from purchased goods and services, which alone contributed about 41.2 billion kg CO2e. PepsiCo has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions across its entire value chain by 2040. This goal includes a 75% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions and a 40% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2030, using 2015 as the baseline year. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to support the global effort to limit warming to 1.5ºC. In recent years, PepsiCo has made progress towards these goals, achieving a 25% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2021 compared to the 2015 baseline. The company is committed to further reductions, with a focus on sustainable practices and reducing emissions across its supply chain.
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| 2015 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 3,577,134,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,950,474,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 47,404,138,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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