BBU
Bimbo Bakeries USA (BBU), a leading player in the baked goods industry, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across North America. Founded in 1998, BBU has rapidly grown to become a prominent name in the market, known for its diverse range of high-quality bread, rolls, and snacks. The company prides itself on its commitment to innovation and sustainability, offering unique products that cater to various consumer preferences. With a strong focus on quality and freshness, BBU's brands, including Sara Lee and Thomas', have garnered significant market share and consumer loyalty. Recognised for its operational excellence, Bimbo Bakeries USA continues to set industry standards, making it a formidable competitor in the baked goods sector.
DitchCarbon Score
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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
BBU's score of 38 is lower than 84% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
BBU's reported carbon emissions
In 2020, Bimbo Bakeries USA (BBU) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 12,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 1,201,510 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which are direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and 4,843,130 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, representing indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity, steam, heating, and cooling. Additionally, BBU's Scope 3 emissions, which encompass the entire value chain, amounted to about 9,005,600 kg CO2e, primarily from purchased goods and services. Currently, BBU has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing its carbon footprint. The absence of documented climate pledges or science-based targets indicates that while BBU is aware of its emissions profile, it may not yet have formalised commitments to reduce its environmental impact. As the company continues to operate within the baking industry, it faces increasing pressure to enhance its sustainability practices and address climate change effectively.
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| 2020 | |
|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,201,510 |
| Scope 2 | 4,843,130 |
| Scope 3 | 9,005,600 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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BBU 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.
