Heinz, officially known as H.J. Heinz Company, is a leading player in the global food industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1869, the company has established itself as a household name, particularly renowned for its iconic ketchup and a diverse range of sauces, condiments, and meals. With significant operations across North America, Europe, and Asia, Heinz has consistently delivered quality products that resonate with consumers. The brand's commitment to innovation and sustainability has led to notable achievements, including its position as one of the top condiment brands worldwide. Heinz's unique recipes and dedication to using high-quality ingredients set it apart in a competitive market, making it a trusted choice for families and chefs alike.
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In 2023, The Kraft Heinz Company reported total carbon emissions of approximately 26,000,000,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for about 25,187,618,000 kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were approximately 456,000,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled around 399,000,000 kg CO2e. Kraft Heinz has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 50% reduction in absolute emissions across all scopes by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year. This includes a target to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50% and Scope 3 emissions by the same percentage. Additionally, the company has pledged to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050, with interim goals of halving emissions by 2030. The company is also focused on reducing energy use intensity by 15% across its manufacturing facilities by 2025. Long-term, Kraft Heinz aims for a 90% reduction in absolute emissions across all scopes by 2050, further committing to no deforestation in its supply chain by 2025. These initiatives align with the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) and reflect the company's commitment to sustainable practices in the food and beverage sector.
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2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 595,918,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 713,955,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 23,277,493,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Heinz is participating in some 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.