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, headquartered in the US, has reported significant carbon emissions over the years, with the most recent data available from 2016. In that year, the company emitted approximately 5,221,000 kg CO2e in total from Scope 1 and 2 emissions, while Scope 3 emissions, which include business travel, accounted for about 2,565,000 kg CO2e. In 2015, Dunkin' Brands recorded total emissions of around 7,377,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2, with Scope 3 emissions from business travel at approximately 4,422,000 kg CO2e. The trend shows a gradual reduction in emissions from 2010, where total Scope 1 and 2 emissions were about 6,615,000 kg CO2e, alongside Scope 3 emissions of approximately 15,596,000 kg CO2e. 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 has disclosed emissions across all three scopes, highlighting its awareness of the broader impact of its operations on climate change. Overall, while Dunkin' Brands has made strides in reducing its emissions over the years, further commitments and initiatives would be beneficial in addressing its carbon footprint more aggressively.
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2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | |
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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 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.