Bidfood
Bidfood, a leading foodservice wholesaler in the UK, operates from its headquarters in Ashford, Kent, and serves a diverse range of sectors including hospitality, education, and healthcare. Founded in 1990, Bidfood has established itself as a key player in the food distribution industry, known for its extensive product range and commitment to quality. The company offers a unique selection of core products, including frozen, chilled, and ambient foods, as well as catering equipment and supplies. Bidfood's focus on sustainability and innovation sets it apart, ensuring that clients receive not only high-quality products but also environmentally responsible options. With a strong market position and notable achievements in customer service and supply chain efficiency, Bidfood continues to be a trusted partner for businesses across the UK.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Bidfood'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
Bidfood's score of 23 is higher than 88% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Bidfood's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Bidfood reported total carbon emissions of approximately 56.6 million tonnes CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 46.9 million tonnes CO2e and Scope 2 emissions around 9.4 million tonnes CO2e. Additionally, Scope 3 emissions were recorded at approximately 275,100 tonnes CO2e, primarily from waste generated in operations. Over the years, Bidfood has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. From 2016 to 2023, the company has made notable progress in decreasing its Scope 1 and 2 emissions, which fell from about 74.5 million tonnes CO2e in 2016 to approximately 56.6 million tonnes CO2e in 2023. This represents a significant reduction in emissions, showcasing Bidfood's ongoing efforts to enhance sustainability within its operations. While Bidfood has not set specific net-zero targets, it has engaged with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and has committed to near-term reduction targets. The company continues to explore strategies to further mitigate its environmental impact, aligning with industry standards for climate action.
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Add to project2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 55,483,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 19,055,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
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Bidfood 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.
