Ben & Jerry's, officially known as Ben & Jerry's Homemade Holdings Inc., is a renowned ice cream manufacturer headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1978 in Burlington, Vermont, the company has grown to become a leader in the premium ice cream industry, celebrated for its innovative flavours and commitment to social justice.
With a diverse range of products, including ice cream, frozen yoghurt, and non-dairy options, Ben & Jerry's stands out for its unique flavour combinations and high-quality ingredients. The brand has achieved significant milestones, such as introducing Fairtrade-certified ingredients and advocating for environmental sustainability.
As a pioneer in the ice cream market, Ben & Jerry's has garnered numerous accolades, solidifying its position as a beloved choice among consumers seeking indulgent treats with a conscience.
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Industry Intensity
Food Product Manufacturing is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Food Product Manufacturing industry has increased its overall emissions by 9% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2025
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Ben And Jerrys's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Ben & Jerry's reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 500 million kg CO2e, encompassing Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve a 100% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2025, based on a 2015 baseline. Additionally, Ben & Jerry's is committed to reducing its overall value chain emissions (Scope 1, 2, and 3) by 40% per pint sold by 2025, also from a 2015 baseline. Looking ahead, Ben & Jerry's has further targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 63% by 2035, using 2021 as the base year. The company also aims to cut Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services and franchises by 37.5% within the same timeframe, and to reduce Scope 3 FLAG emissions by 45.5% by 2035. These commitments are part of a broader strategy aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which supports the company's goal of limiting global warming to 1.5°C. The emissions data and targets are cascaded from its parent company, Unilever PLC, reflecting a corporate family commitment to sustainability.
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Ben And Jerrys’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
Inherited from Unilever PLC
The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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RE 100
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