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Pork Processing
US
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Cargill Meat Solutions Corporation Sustainability Profile

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Cargill Meat Solutions Corporation, a prominent player in the meat processing industry, is headquartered in the United States. Established in 1974, the company has grown to become a leader in providing high-quality beef, pork, and turkey products, serving both domestic and international markets. With major operational regions across North America, Cargill Meat Solutions is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and animal welfare, setting it apart from competitors. The company offers a diverse range of products, including fresh and frozen meats, value-added items, and custom solutions tailored to meet customer needs. Cargill's innovative practices and focus on food safety have earned it a strong market position, making it a trusted partner for retailers and foodservice operators alike. Through continuous improvement and investment in technology, Cargill Meat Solutions remains dedicated to delivering exceptional quality and service in the meat industry.

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How does Cargill Meat Solutions Corporation'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.

44

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Pork Processing 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.

10

Industry Benchmark

Cargill Meat Solutions Corporation's score of 44 is higher than 86% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Cargill Meat Solutions Corporation's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Cargill, Incorporated

Cargill Meat Solutions Corporation, headquartered in the US, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures in kg CO2e. The company is a current subsidiary of Cargill, Incorporated, which may influence its climate commitments and reporting practices. While there are no documented reduction targets or specific climate pledges from Cargill Meat Solutions Corporation, it is important to note that any climate initiatives or targets would likely be inherited from its parent company, Cargill, Incorporated. This includes potential commitments to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and participation in the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), both of which are cascaded from Cargill, Incorporated. As a part of the broader meat production industry, Cargill Meat Solutions Corporation is expected to align with industry standards for climate action, although specific details on their initiatives or performance are not available at this time.

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201720212022202320242025
Scope 1
7,289,057,000
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Scope 2
4,765,719,000
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Scope 3
168,084,620,000
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000,000,000,000
000,000,000,000
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How Carbon Intensive is Cargill Meat Solutions Corporation's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Cargill Meat Solutions Corporation's primary industry is Pork Processing, which is very high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Cargill Meat Solutions Corporation'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 Cargill Meat Solutions Corporation is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Cargill Meat Solutions Corporation's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Cargill Meat Solutions Corporation's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 3% last year and increased by approximately 41% since 2017, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 73% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Purchased Goods and Services
73%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
7%
Processing of Sold Products
7%
Use of Sold Products
5%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
4%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
2%
Waste Generated in Operations
2%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
<1%
Investments
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%

Cargill Meat Solutions Corporation'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.

Cargill Meat Solutions Corporation 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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