Heinz, officially known as H.J. Heinz Company, is a leading player in the global food industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1869, the company has established itself as a household name, particularly renowned for its iconic ketchup and a diverse range of sauces, condiments, and meals. With significant operations across North America, Europe, and Asia, Heinz has consistently delivered quality products that resonate with consumers. The brand's commitment to innovation and sustainability has led to notable achievements, including its position as one of the top condiment brands worldwide. Heinz's unique recipes and dedication to using high-quality ingredients set it apart in a competitive market, making it a trusted choice for families and chefs alike.
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Heinz's score of 60 is higher than 79% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, The Kraft Heinz Company reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 455,972,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 399,330,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and a staggering 25,187,618,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a comprehensive approach to emissions reporting, covering all three scopes, which is crucial for understanding the full impact of their operations. Kraft Heinz has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 50% reduction in absolute greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year. This target aligns with the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) and is part of their broader goal to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. Additionally, they are committed to reducing energy use intensity by 15% across their manufacturing facilities by 2025. The company has also established long-term targets, including a 90% reduction in absolute emissions across all scopes by 2050. This commitment includes specific reductions in Scope 1 and 2 emissions, as well as a 50% reduction in Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. Furthermore, Kraft Heinz aims to eliminate deforestation linked to its primary commodities by the end of 2025. Overall, Kraft Heinz's climate strategy reflects a robust framework for addressing carbon emissions, with clear targets and a commitment to sustainability that is essential for the food and beverage processing sector.
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2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 595,918,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 713,955,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 23,277,493,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Heinz is participating in some 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.