Public Profile

Basic American Foods

Basic American Foods, headquartered in the United States, is a leading player in the food manufacturing industry, specialising in dehydrated potato products and other convenience foods. Founded in 1933, the company has established a strong presence across various operational regions, focusing on delivering high-quality solutions to foodservice and retail sectors. With a diverse portfolio that includes instant mashed potatoes, potato flakes, and other innovative products, Basic American Foods stands out for its commitment to quality and sustainability. The company has achieved notable milestones, including significant advancements in food processing technology, which enhance product consistency and flavour. Recognised for its market leadership, Basic American Foods continues to set industry standards, making it a trusted partner for culinary professionals and consumers alike.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Basic American 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.

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Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Sugar Processing 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.

10

Industry Benchmark

Basic American Foods's score of 10 is lower 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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Basic American Foods's reported carbon emissions

Basic American Foods, headquartered in the US, currently does not have publicly available carbon emissions data for the most recent year. As a result, specific figures regarding their emissions in kg CO2e, including Scope 1, 2, or 3 emissions, are not provided. Additionally, there are no documented reduction targets or climate pledges outlined in their initiatives. This absence of data suggests that Basic American Foods may still be in the early stages of formalising their climate commitments or reporting their emissions. In the context of the food industry, many companies are increasingly focusing on sustainability and carbon reduction strategies. Basic American Foods may need to align with these industry trends to enhance their environmental impact and transparency.

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Basic American Foods's primary industry is Sugar, 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. Basic American Foods 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.

Basic American Foods 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.

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