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updated 6 months ago

American Dairy Queen Corporation

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American Dairy Queen Corporation, commonly known as Dairy Queen or DQ, is a prominent player in the fast-food industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1940, the company has established itself as a leader in soft-serve ice cream and quick-service meals, with a significant presence across North America and various international markets. Dairy Queen is renowned for its signature Blizzard treats, classic burgers, and hot dogs, setting itself apart with a unique blend of quality and innovation. Over the decades, the brand has achieved notable milestones, including the introduction of the first soft-serve ice cream machine, which revolutionised the dessert landscape. With a strong market position, Dairy Queen continues to delight customers with its diverse menu offerings and commitment to exceptional service, making it a beloved choice for families and ice cream enthusiasts alike.

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How does American Dairy Queen Corporation'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.

26

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Research Services 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.

25

Industry Benchmark

American Dairy Queen Corporation's score of 26 is higher than 53% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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American Dairy Queen Corporation's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Berkshire Hathaway Inc.

American Dairy Queen Corporation, headquartered in the US, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available, as indicated by the absence of reported figures. The company is a current subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway Inc., which may influence its climate commitments and strategies. However, no specific reduction targets or climate pledges have been documented for American Dairy Queen Corporation at this time. As a subsidiary, it may align with broader sustainability initiatives set forth by its parent company, Berkshire Hathaway Inc., but specific details regarding emissions or reduction targets are not disclosed. The lack of emissions data suggests that American Dairy Queen Corporation may still be in the early stages of formalising its climate strategy or reporting practices. In the context of the fast-food industry, many companies are increasingly focusing on reducing their carbon footprints and committing to sustainability goals. American Dairy Queen Corporation's future climate commitments may evolve as industry standards and consumer expectations shift towards greater environmental responsibility.

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2017
Scope 1
66,445,657,000
Scope 2
67,918,340,000
Scope 3
68,371,960,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. American Dairy Queen Corporation's primary industry is Research and development services (73), which is very low 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. This request for American Dairy Queen Corporation is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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American Dairy Queen Corporation is not participating in any 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.

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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