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
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
Ben And Jerrys's score of 11 is higher than 54% 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 sold. This figure reflects their ongoing commitment to sustainability and climate action. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, committing to a 100% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2025, using 2015 as the base year. Additionally, Ben & Jerry's aims to achieve a 40% reduction in value chain emissions (Scope 1, 2, and 3) per pint sold by the same year. The carbon intensity figures for previous years show an increase, with 2021 at approximately 0.7217 kg CO2e per pint and 2020 at about 0.6819 kg CO2e per pint. This trend highlights the importance of their reduction initiatives as they strive to meet their targets. Ben & Jerry's is actively working towards these goals, aligning with industry standards for climate action and demonstrating a commitment to environmental responsibility.
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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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.
