Flowers Foods
Flowers Foods, Inc., a prominent player in the baked goods industry, is headquartered in Thomasville, Georgia, USA. Founded in 1919, the company has established itself as a leader in the production and distribution of fresh bread, rolls, and snack cakes across the United States. With a diverse portfolio that includes well-known brands such as Nature's Own, Wonder, and Dave's Killer Bread, Flowers Foods is recognised for its commitment to quality and innovation. The company operates in key regions including the Southeast, Mid-Atlantic, and Southwest, ensuring a robust supply chain and extensive market reach. Notable achievements include its consistent ranking among the top bakery companies in the US, driven by a focus on sustainability and customer satisfaction. Flowers Foods continues to thrive by delivering unique products that cater to evolving consumer preferences, solidifying its position in the competitive baked goods market.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Flowers Foods's score of 25 is higher than 96% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Flowers Foods's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Flowers Foods reported total carbon emissions of approximately 146,473,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 132,846,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, amounting to a combined total of about 279,319,000 kg CO2e. This reflects a significant reduction in emissions compared to previous years, showcasing a commitment to lowering their carbon footprint. Over the years, Flowers Foods has demonstrated a consistent decline in emissions. For instance, in 2022, their emissions were approximately 157,885,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1) and 133,428,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), indicating a positive trend towards sustainability. The company has achieved a notable reduction in emissions intensity, with a manufacturing emissions intensity of about 221.0 metric tons CO2e per metric ton of product in 2023, down from 224.0 metric tons CO2e in 2021. Despite the absence of specific reduction targets or climate pledges, Flowers Foods continues to focus on improving their operational efficiency and reducing their environmental impact. Their ongoing efforts align with industry standards for climate action, reflecting a commitment to sustainability in the food production sector.
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Add to project| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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| Scope 1 | 190,807,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 327,999,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Flowers Foods 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.
