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Candle-lite Sustainability Profile

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Candle-lite, a prominent name in the candle industry, is headquartered in the United States and has established a strong presence across various operational regions. Founded in 1840, the company has a rich history of crafting high-quality candles, making it one of the oldest candle manufacturers in the country. Specialising in a diverse range of scented and unscented candles, Candle-lite is renowned for its commitment to using premium materials and innovative designs. Their unique offerings, including eco-friendly options and long-lasting fragrances, set them apart in a competitive market. With a focus on sustainability and customer satisfaction, Candle-lite has achieved notable milestones, solidifying its position as a leader in the home fragrance sector. The brand continues to inspire consumers with its dedication to quality and creativity in candle-making.

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How does Candle-lite'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.

13

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.

15

Industry Benchmark

Candle-lite's score of 13 is lower than 62% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Candle-lite's reported carbon emissions

Candle-lite, headquartered in the US, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for recent years, as indicated by the absence of reported figures. The company is a current subsidiary of Candle-Lite Company, LLC, which may influence its climate commitments and reporting practices. Despite the lack of specific emissions data, Candle-lite's climate initiatives are informed by its parent company's strategies. However, there are no documented reduction targets or commitments to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges at this time. As a subsidiary, Candle-lite may align its sustainability efforts with broader corporate family goals, but specific details on emissions reductions or climate strategies have not been disclosed. The absence of concrete data highlights the need for enhanced transparency and commitment to climate action within the organisation.

How Carbon Intensive is Candle-lite's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Candle-lite's primary industry is Food Product Manufacturing, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Candle-lite's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Candle-lite is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Candle-lite's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Candle-lite has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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