Public Profile

Central Garden & Pet Company

Central Garden & Pet Company, commonly referred to as Central, is a leading player in the garden and pet supplies industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1986, the company has established a strong presence across North America, focusing on innovative products that enhance the lives of pets and gardens alike. Central operates primarily in two main business areas: pet supplies and garden products. Its extensive portfolio includes premium pet food, pet care items, and a variety of gardening solutions, all designed with quality and sustainability in mind. The company is recognised for its commitment to research and development, ensuring that its offerings meet the evolving needs of consumers. With a robust market position, Central has achieved notable milestones, including strategic acquisitions that have expanded its reach and product range. This dedication to excellence has solidified Central's reputation as a trusted name in the garden and pet sectors.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Central Garden & Pet Company'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.

17

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

Central Garden & Pet Company's score of 17 is higher than 69% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Central Garden & Pet Company's reported carbon emissions

Central Garden & Pet Company, headquartered in the US, currently does not provide specific carbon emissions data or reduction targets. Without available figures, it is challenging to assess their carbon footprint or climate commitments in detail. However, the company is likely aware of the growing importance of sustainability in the industry and may be exploring initiatives to address climate change. As the landscape of corporate responsibility evolves, Central Garden & Pet Company may consider setting measurable targets in the future to align with industry standards and stakeholder expectations.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Central Garden & Pet Company's primary industry is Food products nec, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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 Central Garden & Pet Company is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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.

Central Garden & Pet Company 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.

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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