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Cranswick

Cranswick plc, a leading UK-based food producer, is headquartered in East Yorkshire, GB. Founded in 1970, the company has established itself as a key player in the food industry, specialising in the production of high-quality fresh and processed meat products, as well as premium ready-to-eat meals. With a strong operational presence across the UK and Europe, Cranswick is renowned for its commitment to quality and sustainability. The company’s core offerings include pork, poultry, and gourmet products, distinguished by their focus on animal welfare and traceability. Cranswick has achieved significant milestones, including multiple awards for innovation and quality, solidifying its position as a trusted supplier in the market. With a robust supply chain and a dedication to excellence, Cranswick continues to thrive in the competitive food sector.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Cranswick'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 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.

14

Industry Benchmark

Cranswick's score of 25 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Cranswick's reported carbon emissions

As of 2023, Cranswick plc reported total carbon emissions of approximately 85,772,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 80,067,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 33,499,000 kg CO2e. This reflects a commitment to reducing their carbon footprint significantly. Cranswick has set ambitious targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by FY2030, using FY2020 as the baseline year. Additionally, they aim to cut Scope 3 emissions related to purchased goods and services and upstream leased assets by the same percentage per tonne sold within the same timeframe. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to contribute to limiting global warming to 1.5°C. In recent years, Cranswick has demonstrated a proactive approach to sustainability, with total emissions decreasing from approximately 115,484,000 kg CO2e in 2017 to the current figure in 2023. This reduction showcases their ongoing efforts in the food and beverage processing sector to enhance environmental performance and address climate change effectively.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Cranswick'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. Cranswick is headquartered in GB, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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The Climate Pledge
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Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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