Cracker Barrel
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, commonly known as Cracker Barrel, is a prominent American restaurant and retail chain headquartered in Lebanon, Tennessee. Founded in 1969, the company has established itself as a leader in the casual dining industry, particularly in the Southern United States, where it operates over 660 locations. Cracker Barrel is renowned for its homestyle cooking, featuring a menu rich in traditional Southern fare, alongside a unique retail store offering a variety of gifts and nostalgic items. The brand's commitment to quality and a warm, welcoming atmosphere has garnered a loyal customer base, making it a staple for families and travellers alike. With a focus on comfort food and a distinctive country-themed dining experience, Cracker Barrel has achieved notable recognition, including consistent rankings in customer satisfaction. Its blend of dining and shopping creates a unique market position, setting it apart from typical restaurant chains.
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Cracker Barrel's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Cracker Barrel reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,296,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 99,661,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 194,725,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 1,207,225,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marks a notable increase in emissions compared to 2023, where total emissions were about 1,295,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 90,153,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 239,307,000 kg CO2e. Cracker Barrel has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests a need for further transparency regarding their strategies for mitigating climate impact. The company has reported emissions data for Scopes 1 and 2 consistently over the past few years, but Scope 3 emissions data was only available for 2024, indicating a potential area for improvement in their emissions reporting and reduction strategies. Overall, while Cracker Barrel has made strides in emissions reporting, the lack of defined reduction targets highlights an opportunity for the company to enhance its climate commitments and align with industry standards for sustainability.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 70,152,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 267,237,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 |
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Cracker Barrel 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.
