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updated 2 months ago

Chick-fil-A, Inc. Sustainability Profile

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Chick-fil-A, Inc., a prominent player in the fast-food industry, is headquartered in the United States, specifically in Atlanta, Georgia. Founded in 1946, the company has grown significantly, establishing a strong presence across the southeastern and midwestern regions of the country. Renowned for its chicken sandwiches and waffle fries, Chick-fil-A distinguishes itself with a commitment to quality ingredients and exceptional customer service. Over the years, Chick-fil-A has achieved notable milestones, including being consistently ranked among the top fast-food chains in customer satisfaction. Its unique business model, which includes a focus on community engagement and philanthropy, further solidifies its market position. With a menu that caters to diverse tastes, Chick-fil-A continues to innovate while maintaining its core offerings, making it a beloved choice for millions of customers.

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How does Chick-fil-A, Inc.'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.

25

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Hospitality 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.

28

Industry Benchmark

Chick-fil-A, Inc.'s score of 25 is lower than 57% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Chick-fil-A, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Chick-fil-A, Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not provide specific carbon emissions data for the most recent year, as no emissions figures are available. The company has not outlined any formal reduction targets or commitments through the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. In the absence of specific emissions data, it is important to note that Chick-fil-A, Inc. is actively engaged in sustainability initiatives, although details on these efforts are not specified. The company does not inherit emissions data from a parent organisation, indicating that its climate commitments and performance metrics are independently reported. As the fast-food industry increasingly focuses on reducing carbon footprints, Chick-fil-A, Inc. may need to establish clear targets and transparent reporting to align with industry standards and consumer expectations regarding climate action.

How Carbon Intensive is Chick-fil-A, Inc.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Chick-fil-A, Inc.'s primary industry is Hospitality, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Chick-fil-A, Inc.'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 Chick-fil-A, Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Chick-fil-A, Inc.'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.

Chick-fil-A, Inc. 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
Reduction Actions

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