Us Foods
US Foods, a leading foodservice distributor, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across North America. Founded in 1989, the company has established itself as a key player in the food distribution industry, serving a diverse range of customers, including restaurants, healthcare facilities, and educational institutions. With a robust portfolio of over 350,000 products, US Foods offers unique solutions that cater to the specific needs of its clients, including fresh produce, meat, and dairy products. The company is renowned for its commitment to quality and innovation, providing tailored services that enhance operational efficiency for its customers. As one of the largest foodservice distributors in the country, US Foods has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for sustainability and customer service excellence, solidifying its position as a trusted partner in the food industry.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Us Foods'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
Us Foods's score of 36 is higher than 66% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Us Foods's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, US Foods reported total Scope 1 emissions of approximately 548,837,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of about 161,091,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 32.5% by 2032, using 2019 as the baseline year. This target is aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflects a commitment to sustainable practices within the food and staples retailing sector. In 2023, US Foods disclosed significant Scope 3 emissions, totalling approximately 52,364,346,000 kg CO2e, primarily from purchased goods and services, which accounted for about 50,269,772,160 kg CO2e. While the company has not yet reported specific Scope 3 reduction targets, it has committed that 67% of its suppliers, based on emissions from purchased goods and services, will have science-based targets by 2027. Overall, US Foods is actively working towards reducing its carbon footprint and enhancing sustainability across its operations and supply chain, demonstrating a proactive approach to addressing climate change.
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| 2015 | 2019 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 677,195,197 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 247,213,985 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | - |
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Us Foods 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.
