Hershey
The Hershey Company, commonly known as Hershey, is a leading American confectionery manufacturer headquartered in Hershey, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1894 by Milton S. Hershey, the company has grown to become a global powerhouse in the chocolate and snack industry, with significant operations across North America and beyond. Hershey is renowned for its iconic chocolate bars, including the classic Hershey's Milk Chocolate Bar, Reese's Peanut Butter Cups, and Kit Kat. These products stand out for their quality and unique flavour profiles, appealing to a diverse consumer base. Over the years, Hershey has achieved notable milestones, including the introduction of innovative products and sustainable sourcing initiatives, solidifying its position as a market leader in the confectionery sector.
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Hershey's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, The Hershey Company reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 6,623,403,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 190,984,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 53,000,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and a significant Scope 3 contribution of around 6,379,418,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions are primarily driven by purchased goods and services, which account for about 5,333,992,000 kg CO2e. Hershey has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 50% absolute reduction in both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, using 2018 as the baseline. This target is part of their Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi) commitments, which also include a 25% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions by the same year. As of 2023, Hershey achieved a 43% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions against the 2018 baseline, indicating progress towards their 2030 goal. The company is also committed to ensuring a deforestation and conversion-free supply chain for key commodities, including cocoa and palm oil, by December 31, 2025. This commitment reflects Hershey's broader strategy to enhance sustainability across its operations and supply chain.
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| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 115,333,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 258,152,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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