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Heinz, officially known as the H.J. Heinz Company, is a leading player in the food products nec industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1869, Heinz has established itself as a household name, renowned for its iconic ketchup and a diverse range of sauces, condiments, and meals. With major operational regions spanning North America, Europe, and Asia, the company has achieved significant milestones, including its merger with Kraft Foods in 2015, forming the Kraft Heinz Company.
Heinz's core products, particularly its tomato-based sauces, are distinguished by their quality and flavour, making them staples in kitchens worldwide. The brand's commitment to innovation and sustainability has solidified its market position, earning accolades for its efforts in responsible sourcing and environmental stewardship. With a rich heritage and a focus on consumer satisfaction, Heinz continues to be a trusted name in the global food industry.
51
DitchCarbon score
+34 vs industry average
Heinz’s score of 51 is higher than 70% 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
Very High
Food Product Manufacturing is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
0.397
20182025
The Food Product Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 22% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
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Reported emissions
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Heinz's reported carbon emissions
Heinz's climate commitments and carbon emissions data are directly reported by The Kraft Heinz Company.
For the most recent reporting year, 2024, Heinz's total reported greenhouse gas emissions were approximately 25,008,135,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes:
- Scope 1 emissions: Approximately 412,646,000 kg CO2e
- Scope 2 emissions (market-based): Approximately 349,066,000 kg CO2e
- Scope 3 emissions: Approximately 24,151,713,000 kg CO2e
Looking at previous years, Heinz's total emissions were approximately 25,286,097,000 kg CO2e in 2023, approximately 28,473,464,000 kg CO2e in 2022, and approximately 28,819,364,000 kg CO2e in 2021.
Heinz, through The Kraft Heinz Company, has set ambitious climate targets. The company is committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain (Scope 1, 2, and 3) by 2050. As a significant milestone towards this, Heinz aims for a near-term absolute emissions reduction of 50% by 2030 across all three scopes, using a 2021 base year. These targets are validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) as consistent with limiting global warming to 1.5°C.
Specifically, for Energy & Industry related emissions, The Kraft Heinz Company commits to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 50% by 2030 from a 2021 base year, and 90% by 2050 from a 2021 base year. For Scope 3 emissions, the company also commits to a 50% absolute reduction by 2030 and a 90% absolute reduction by 2050, both from a 2021 base year.
Furthermore, for Forest, Land and Agriculture (FLAG) related emissions within Scope 3, Heinz aims to reduce absolute Scope 3 FLAG GHG emissions by 30.3% by 2030 and 72% by 2050, both from a 2021 base year. The company also commits to no deforestation across its primary deforestation-linked commodities by December 31, 2025.
Beyond these absolute reduction targets, Heinz also has intensity-based goals, including reducing energy use intensity by 15% across its manufacturing facilities by 2025 (per metric tonne of product made) and reducing waste to landfill intensity by 20% across its manufacturing facilities by 2025 (per metric tonne of product made).
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Heinz’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
8 goals2050
90% reduction in Scope 1
The Kraft Heinz Company commits to reduce absolute scope 1 GHG emissions 90% by 2050 from a 2021 base year.
On track90%
2050
90% reduction in Scope 2
The Kraft Heinz Company commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 90% by 2050 from a 2021 base year.
On track90%
2030
50% reduction in Scope 1
The Kraft Heinz Company commits to reduce absolute scope 1 emissions 50% by 2030 from a 2021 base year.
On track50%
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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