Restaurant Brands
Restaurant Brands International Inc. (RBI), headquartered in Canada, is a leading global player in the fast-food industry. Founded in 2014, RBI emerged from the merger of Tim Hortons and Burger King, quickly establishing a significant presence in North America and beyond. The company operates several well-known brands, including Tim Hortons, Burger King, and Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen, each renowned for their unique offerings and commitment to quality. RBI has achieved notable milestones, such as expanding its footprint into international markets and innovating menu items that cater to diverse consumer preferences. With a focus on operational excellence and brand loyalty, Restaurant Brands International continues to solidify its market position as a powerhouse in the quick-service restaurant sector, consistently delivering exceptional dining experiences to millions worldwide.
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Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Hospitality 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
Restaurant Brands's score of 52 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Restaurant Brands's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Restaurant Brands International (RBI) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 27,875,860,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 48,920,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 45,000 kg CO2e, and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled around 27,826,895,000 kg CO2e. RBI has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030, using 2019 as the base year. Additionally, the company targets a 50% reduction in Scope 3 emissions per metric tonne of food and per franchise restaurant within the same timeframe. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect RBI's commitment to achieving net-zero emissions in the long term. In Canada, RBI's emissions for 2021 included approximately 35,651,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 4,938,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. The company continues to focus on reducing its carbon footprint across all scopes, demonstrating a proactive approach to climate action in the restaurant industry.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 46,084,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 35,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 3 | 24,100,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Restaurant Brands is committed to some 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.
