Performance Food
Performance Food Group Company, commonly known as PFG, is a leading player in the foodservice distribution industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1885, PFG has established itself as a trusted partner for restaurants, schools, and healthcare facilities, providing a diverse range of food products and services across the nation. With a strong operational presence in major regions, PFG offers an extensive portfolio that includes fresh produce, frozen foods, and specialty items, all tailored to meet the unique needs of its customers. The company is recognised for its commitment to quality and innovation, ensuring that clients receive not only products but also valuable insights and support. PFG's market position is bolstered by its strategic acquisitions and a robust distribution network, making it a preferred choice for foodservice operators seeking reliability and excellence in their supply chain.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Performance Food's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Food Product 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
Performance Food's score of 41 is higher than 69% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Performance Food's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Performance Food reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 87,050,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 186,496,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and a significant 40,595,075,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a slight decrease in Scope 1 emissions from 2023, where they were about 90,911,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions (market-based) also saw a reduction from approximately 194,295,000 kg CO2e. Performance Food has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emission intensity by 15% by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company plans to achieve a 30% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions (on a per-case basis) by 2034, again referencing 2021 as the starting point. Furthermore, Performance Food has committed to reaching net zero operational and value chain greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent company, indicating that these figures are solely attributed to Performance Food. The company is actively working towards its climate goals, demonstrating a commitment to sustainability within the food service industry.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 873,529,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 191,188,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Performance Food is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
