Public Profile

Central Garden & Pet Company

Central Garden & Pet Company, commonly referred to as Central, is a leading player in the garden and pet supplies industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1986, the company has established a strong presence across North America, focusing on innovative products that enhance the lives of pets and gardens alike. Central operates primarily in two main business areas: pet supplies and garden products. Its extensive portfolio includes premium pet food, pet care items, and a variety of gardening solutions, all designed with quality and sustainability in mind. The company is recognised for its commitment to research and development, ensuring that its offerings meet the evolving needs of consumers. With a robust market position, Central has achieved notable milestones, including strategic acquisitions that have expanded its reach and product range. This dedication to excellence has solidified Central's reputation as a trusted name in the garden and pet sectors.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Central Garden & Pet Company'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.

15

Industry Benchmark

Central Garden & Pet Company's score of 15 is higher than 67% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Central Garden & Pet Company's reported carbon emissions

Central Garden & Pet Company, headquartered in the US, currently does not have publicly available data on its carbon emissions, as there are no specific figures reported for recent years. Additionally, there are no documented reduction targets or climate pledges outlined in their initiatives. In the absence of specific emissions data, it is important to note that many companies in the garden and pet industry are increasingly focusing on sustainability and climate commitments. This often includes efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions across various scopes, including Scope 1 (direct emissions), Scope 2 (indirect emissions from energy), and Scope 3 (indirect emissions from the supply chain). As the industry evolves, Central Garden & Pet Company may consider establishing measurable targets and commitments to enhance its sustainability profile and contribute to broader climate goals.

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

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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. Central Garden & Pet Company 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.

Central Garden & Pet Company 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
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero

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