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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.

15

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.

3

Industry Benchmark

Performance Food's score of 15 is higher than 81% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

81%

Performance Food's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Performance Food reported total carbon emissions of approximately 909,111,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions accounting for about 873,529,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 194,295,000 kg CO2e. This represents a slight increase in emissions compared to 2022, where total emissions were about 793,343,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and approximately 174,584,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. The company has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments. However, it continues to monitor and report its emissions, indicating a commitment to transparency in its environmental impact. Performance Food's emissions data reflects its ongoing efforts to understand and manage its carbon footprint within the food service industry.

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Scope 1
873,529,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 2
191,188,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 3
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Performance Food's primary industry is Food products nec, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Performance Food is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Performance Food is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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