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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In 2023, The Kraft Heinz Company reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 25,187,618,000 kg CO2e across its operations. This includes 455,972,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which are direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and 399,330,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, which are indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity. The majority of their emissions, about 25,187,618,000 kg CO2e, fall under Scope 3, which encompasses all other indirect emissions in the value chain. Kraft Heinz has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. In the near term, the company has pledged to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50% by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year. Additionally, they aim to cut Scope 3 emissions by the same percentage within the same timeframe. Notably, Kraft Heinz has also committed to reducing Scope 3 emissions related to deforestation-linked commodities by 30.3% by 2030, with a target date of December 31, 2025, for achieving no deforestation in these areas. Long-term, Kraft Heinz targets a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 2050, again using 2021 as the baseline. These commitments reflect the company's dedication to addressing climate change and reducing its environmental impact in 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 committed to some 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.