Grupo Bimbo, a leading player in the food products nec industry, is headquartered in Mexico City, Mexico. Founded in 1945, the company has grown to become one of the largest baked goods manufacturers globally, with a significant presence across North America, Latin America, and Europe.
Specialising in a diverse range of products, Grupo Bimbo offers everything from bread and pastries to snacks and tortillas, distinguished by their commitment to quality and innovation. The company is renowned for its iconic brands, which resonate with consumers for their taste and reliability.
With a strong market position, Grupo Bimbo has achieved numerous accolades, including recognition for its sustainability efforts and community engagement initiatives. This dedication to excellence has solidified its reputation as a trusted name in the food industry.
+35 vs industry average
Grupo Bimbo’s score of 53 is higher than 71% 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
Food Product Manufacturing is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Food Product Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 22% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Grupo Bimbo's reported carbon emissions
Grupo Bimbo's latest disclosed emissions data for 2024 show a total of approximately 8.9 billion kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 1.1 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 25.7 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling around 7.7 billion kg CO2e. For 2023, total emissions were approximately 10 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at roughly 1.1 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 at about 36.6 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at approximately 8.8 billion kg CO2e.
Grupo Bimbo has established significant climate commitments. The company aims to reduce its direct emissions (Scope 1) by 50% by 2030, using a 2019 baseline. Furthermore, it has set a target to reduce its Scope 3 emissions by 28% by 2030, also from a 2019 baseline. On its path to net zero carbon emissions by 2050, Grupo Bimbo is implementing initiatives such as its Regenerative Agriculture programme, which aims to reduce emissions from farm-sourced ingredients by improving soil health and promoting carbon reduction and capture. The company also committed to achieving net zero Scope 2 emissions by 2025, with a goal to source 100% renewable electricity by that year, an increase from 42% in 2019. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) commitment to keep warming to 1.5°C.
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Grupo Bimbo’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2 goals2030
50% reduction in Scope 1
Grupo Bimbo commits to reduce absolute scope 1 GHG emissions 50% by 2030 from a 2019 base year*. Grupo Bimbo commits to increase annual sour…
2030
28% reduction in scope 3 total
Grupo Bimbo commits to reduce absolute scope 1 GHG emissions 50% by 2030 from a 2019 base year*. Grupo Bimbo commits to increase annual sour…
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Carbon Disclosure Project
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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