Arcos Dorados Holdings
Arcos Dorados Holdings, commonly known as Arcos Dorados, is a leading player in the fast-food industry, headquartered in Argentina. Founded in 2007, the company operates extensively across Latin America and the Caribbean, serving millions of customers through its extensive network of restaurants. Specialising in quick-service dining, Arcos Dorados is renowned for its unique offerings, including a diverse menu that features iconic burgers, chicken, and breakfast items tailored to local tastes. The company holds a significant market position as the largest franchisee of McDonald's in the region, achieving notable milestones in sustainability and community engagement. With a commitment to quality and innovation, Arcos Dorados continues to set industry standards, making it a prominent name in the fast-food sector.
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Arcos Dorados Holdings's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Arcos Dorados Holdings reported total carbon emissions of approximately 5,688,645,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 141,789,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 107,408,000 kg CO2e. The majority of their emissions, approximately 5,468,527,000 kg CO2e, fell under Scope 3, highlighting the significant impact of their supply chain and product lifecycle. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 15% absolute reduction in greenhouse gas emissions within their operations (Scopes 1 and 2) by 2025, based on a 2021 baseline. This target reflects their commitment to enhancing sustainability and reducing their carbon footprint in the near term. In 2021, Arcos Dorados reported total emissions of about 4,863,419,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 151,146,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at around 121,550,000 kg CO2e. The increase in emissions from 2021 to 2022 indicates a growing operational scale, necessitating their ongoing commitment to emission reductions. Overall, Arcos Dorados Holdings is actively working towards reducing its carbon emissions and enhancing its sustainability practices, with a clear focus on achieving measurable targets in the coming years.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 119,229,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 126,961,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Arcos Dorados Holdings 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.
