Compass Group NZ, a leading player in the food service and support services industry, is headquartered in New Zealand. Established in 1998, the company has grown significantly, providing innovative catering solutions across various sectors, including education, healthcare, and corporate environments. With a commitment to quality and sustainability, Compass Group NZ offers a diverse range of services, from on-site catering to facilities management. Their unique approach focuses on fresh, locally sourced ingredients, setting them apart in a competitive market. Recognised for their excellence, Compass Group NZ has achieved numerous accolades, solidifying their position as a trusted partner in the industry. Their dedication to customer satisfaction and operational efficiency continues to drive their success across the region.
How does Compass Group'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.
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Compass Group's score of 30 is higher than 56% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Compass Group reported total emissions of approximately 197.8 million kg CO2e, comprising 147,282,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 50,104,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data for this year. Comparatively, in 2022, Compass Group's emissions were approximately 10.7 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 137,985,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at about 47,071,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions of approximately 10.7 billion kg CO2e. This indicates a notable focus on managing direct and indirect emissions, particularly in Scope 1 and 2 categories. Despite the absence of specific reduction targets or initiatives, Compass Group is committed to sustainability and has a history of reporting emissions data. The company has not cascaded any emissions data from a parent organization, indicating that all reported figures are derived directly from Compass Group's own assessments. Overall, Compass Group's emissions data reflects its ongoing efforts to monitor and manage its carbon footprint, aligning with industry standards for climate accountability.
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| 2019 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 12,176,517,000 | 00,000,000,000 | - |
Compass Group's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 12% last year and decreased by approximately 12% since 2019, 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 65% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Compass Group 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.

