Famous Brands Sustainability Profile
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 2025, Famous Brands reported total carbon emissions of approximately 50,509,080 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 14,902,330 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 31,387,830 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at around 4,218,920 kg CO2e. This data reflects a comprehensive approach to emissions reporting, covering all three scopes. For the previous year, 2024, the company disclosed total emissions of about 53,347,610 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 53,347,610 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at about 30,553,580 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at around 3,226,410 kg CO2e. In 2023, emissions were reported at approximately 52,145,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 18,910,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 33,234,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at around 2,440,680 kg CO2e. Famous Brands has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 25% reduction in its carbon footprint by 2026, specifically targeting both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. This commitment includes initiatives to reduce energy usage and carbon emissions by decreasing reliance on electricity, coal, gas, and fuel from 2023 to 2030. The company’s emissions data is sourced directly from Famous Brands Limited, ensuring transparency and accountability in their climate reporting.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | 0,000,000 |
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Famous Brands's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Famous Brands has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
