Ben And Jerrys
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.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Ben And Jerrys'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.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Ben And Jerrys's score of 21 is higher than 93% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Ben And Jerrys's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Ben & Jerry's reported a carbon intensity of approximately 0.6819 kg CO2e per pint of product sold. This figure reflects the company's ongoing commitment to sustainability and climate action. The ice cream brand, headquartered in the United States, has set ambitious targets to significantly reduce its greenhouse gas emissions. Ben & Jerry's aims to achieve a 100% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2025, using 2015 as the base year. Additionally, the company is committed to reducing its overall value chain emissions (Scope 1, 2, and 3) by 40% per pint sold by the same year. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to support efforts to limit global warming to 1.5°C. The company's carbon intensity has fluctuated over recent years, with values of approximately 0.4319 kg CO2e per pint in 2019, 0.6819 kg CO2e in 2020, and 0.7217 kg CO2e in 2021. These figures highlight the challenges faced in reducing emissions while maintaining production levels. Ben & Jerry's commitment to sustainability is not only reflected in its emissions targets but also in its broader climate initiatives, reinforcing its position as a leader in the food and staples retailing sector.
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Ben And Jerrys is committed to some 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.
