Famous Brands
Famous Brands, a leading player in the South African food and beverage industry, is headquartered in Johannesburg, ZA. Founded in 1964, the company has grown to encompass a diverse portfolio of well-known brands, including Steers, Debonairs Pizza, and Wimpy, among others. With a strong presence across Southern Africa and expanding operations in international markets, Famous Brands has established itself as a key innovator in the quick-service restaurant sector. The company is renowned for its commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, offering a unique blend of fast food and casual dining experiences. Notable achievements include its successful franchising model and strategic acquisitions, which have solidified its market position. Famous Brands continues to set industry standards, making it a prominent name in the competitive landscape of food service.
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Famous Brands's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Famous Brands reported total carbon emissions of approximately 53,347,610 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 19,567,620 kg CO2e, primarily from mobile and stationary combustion, and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 30,553,580 kg CO2e, derived from purchased electricity. Additionally, Scope 3 emissions totalled around 3,226,410 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from purchased goods and services, waste generated in operations, and upstream transportation and distribution. Over the years, Famous Brands has shown fluctuations in its emissions. For instance, in 2023, the total emissions were about 52,145,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 18,910,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at around 33,234,000 kg CO2e. The company has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. Famous Brands operates within a global context where many companies are increasingly focusing on sustainability and carbon reduction. However, without specific commitments or targets, the company's long-term climate strategy remains unclear.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 27,731,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 42,043,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 16,160,650 | 00,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Famous 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.
