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Sugar Processing
US
updated 5 months ago

Focus Brands

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Focus Brands, headquartered in the United States, is a prominent player in the food and beverage industry, specialising in the development and management of a diverse portfolio of well-known brands. Founded in 2001, the company has achieved significant milestones, including the expansion of its franchise operations across major regions in North America and beyond. With a focus on innovative dining experiences, Focus Brands operates several beloved brands, including Auntie Anne's, Cinnabon, and Carvel. Each brand is distinguished by its unique offerings, from freshly baked pretzels to indulgent cinnamon rolls, catering to a wide range of consumer preferences. Recognised for its strategic growth and franchise success, Focus Brands continues to solidify its market position, making it a leader in the quick-service restaurant sector. The company's commitment to quality and customer satisfaction sets it apart in a competitive landscape.

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13

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Sugar Processing industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

13

Industry Benchmark

Focus Brands's score of 13 is lower than 64% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Focus Brands's reported carbon emissions

Focus Brands, headquartered in the US, currently does not have publicly available carbon emissions data for the most recent year, nor does it report specific reduction targets or initiatives. The absence of emissions data suggests that the company may not have established formal climate commitments or may not disclose them publicly. As of now, there are no specific climate pledges or targets from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other recognised frameworks. This lack of information indicates that Focus Brands may be in the early stages of developing a comprehensive sustainability strategy or may rely on broader industry standards for climate action. In the context of the food and beverage industry, many companies are increasingly focusing on reducing their carbon footprints and committing to net-zero targets. However, without specific data or commitments from Focus Brands, it is unclear how they align with these industry trends.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Focus Brands's primary industry is Sugar, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Focus Brands is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Focus 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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