Dunkin
Dunkin', officially known as Dunkin' Brands, Inc., is a leading player in the quick-service restaurant industry, primarily renowned for its coffee and baked goods. Headquartered in the United States, Dunkin' operates extensively across North America and has a growing presence in international markets. Founded in 1950, the brand has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of its iconic iced coffee and the expansion of its menu to include a variety of breakfast items. Dunkin' is celebrated for its unique blend of coffee, signature donuts, and a diverse range of beverages, catering to the fast-paced lifestyle of its customers. With a strong market position, Dunkin' has consistently ranked among the top coffee chains in the world, known for its commitment to quality and innovation. The brand's ability to adapt to consumer trends has solidified its reputation as a go-to destination for coffee lovers and snack enthusiasts alike.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Dunkin's score of 13 is lower than 80% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Dunkin's reported carbon emissions
As of the latest available data from 2018, Dunkin' reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,474,000 kg CO2e, which includes 1,980,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 906,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 2,886,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Over the years, Dunkin' has shown a trend of decreasing emissions, with significant reductions from 2013, when total emissions were about 11,000,000 kg CO2e, to 2018. Despite these reductions, Dunkin' has not publicly committed to specific science-based targets or formal climate pledges. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests that while the company is making progress in reducing its carbon footprint, it may not yet have established comprehensive strategies aligned with industry standards for climate action.
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Add to project| 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 3,384,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 4,665,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 8,049,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Dunkin is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
