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.
-10 vs industry average
Famous Brands’s score of 15 is lower than 36% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Hospitality has typical carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Hospitality industry has reduced its overall emissions by 22% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Famous Brands's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, Famous Brands reported total carbon emissions of approximately 50.5 million kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 14.2 million kg CO2e, primarily from mobile and stationary combustion, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 31.4 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of about 4.2 million kg CO2e, which encompass purchased goods and services, waste generated in operations, and upstream transportation and distribution. Famous Brands has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 25% reduction in their carbon footprint by 2026. This target applies to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, with initiatives focused on reducing energy usage across electricity, coal, gas, and fuel. The company is actively working towards these goals, with a commitment to enhance sustainability practices and reduce overall emissions. The emissions data is sourced directly from Famous Brands Limited, with no cascading from a parent organization. The company is dedicated to transparency in its environmental impact and is taking significant steps to address climate change through its reduction initiatives.
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Famous Brands’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
4 goals2026
25% reduction in Scope 2
We aim to reduce our carbon footprint by 25% by 2026.
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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