Burger King
Burger King Corporation, commonly known as Burger King, is a prominent player in the fast-food industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1954, the company has established itself as a leader in the quick-service restaurant sector, primarily focusing on flame-grilled burgers, chicken sandwiches, and breakfast items. With a significant presence in North America and expanding operations globally, Burger King is renowned for its signature Whopper, which sets it apart from competitors. Over the years, the brand has achieved notable milestones, including innovative menu offerings and strategic partnerships that enhance its market position. As one of the largest fast-food chains worldwide, Burger King continues to evolve, catering to diverse consumer preferences while maintaining its commitment to quality and flavour.
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Burger King's score of 56 is higher than 76% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Burger King's reported carbon emissions
In 2019, Burger King reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 29,600,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and about 24,100,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, specifically from purchased goods and services. This data is cascaded from its parent company, Restaurant Brands International Inc., reflecting the company's broader environmental impact. Despite the substantial emissions figures, Burger King has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing its carbon footprint. The absence of defined climate commitments suggests a need for enhanced transparency and accountability in their sustainability efforts. As a current subsidiary of Restaurant Brands International Inc., Burger King is part of a larger corporate family that may influence its climate strategies. However, without specific targets or pledges, the company's approach to addressing climate change remains unclear.
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| 2019 | |
|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 29,600,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - |
| Scope 3 | 24,100,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
Burger King is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
