Dunkin' Brands
Dunkin' Brands, the parent company of the iconic Dunkin' and Baskin-Robbins, is headquartered in the United States, with a significant presence across North America and beyond. Founded in 1950, Dunkin' has evolved into a leading player in the quick-service restaurant industry, primarily focusing on coffee and baked goods. Renowned for its signature coffee blends and a diverse range of doughnuts, Dunkin' differentiates itself through its commitment to quality and convenience. The brand has achieved notable milestones, including the introduction of innovative menu items and a robust digital ordering system. With a strong market position, Dunkin' continues to expand its footprint, serving millions of customers daily and solidifying its reputation as a go-to destination for coffee lovers and snack enthusiasts alike.
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Dunkin' Brands's score of 12 is lower than 83% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Dunkin' Brands's reported carbon emissions
Dunkin' Brands, headquartered in the US, has reported significant carbon emissions data over the years. In 2016, the company emitted approximately 2,656,000 kg CO2e in Scope 1 emissions and 5,221,000 kg CO2e in Scope 1 and 2 combined. The total emissions for Scope 3, which includes business travel, were not fully disclosed for that year. In previous years, emissions have varied, with 2015 showing about 2,955,000 kg CO2e in Scope 1 and a total of 7,377,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2. The highest recorded emissions were in 2011, with approximately 3,275,000 kg CO2e in Scope 1 and a total of 7,120,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2. Despite these figures, Dunkin' Brands has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The company operates within an industry increasingly focused on sustainability, yet it appears to lack formal commitments to reduce its carbon footprint.
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Add to project| 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,906,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 11,755,493,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - |
| Scope 3 | 15,596,083,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Dunkin' Brands 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.
