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Hilton Foods plc, commonly known as Hilton Food, is a leading international food protein producer headquartered in the United Kingdom. Established in 1994, the company specialises in developing and supplying a diverse range of food products to global retailers.
With extensive operational facilities across Europe and Australasia, Hilton Food is renowned for its efficient and sustainable supply chain solutions. Their core offerings include fresh meat, seafood, and increasingly, innovative vegan, vegetarian, and fresh prepared food solutions.
As a significant force in the food production industry, Hilton Foods leverages advanced technology and expertise to meet evolving consumer demands. They are a trusted partner, delivering high-quality, customised food programmes and appealing protein options to market.
81
DitchCarbon score
+64 vs industry average
Hilton Food’s score of 81 is higher than 89% 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
Medium
Food Product Manufacturing has typical carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.397
20182025
The Food Product Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 22% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
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Reported emissions
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Hilton Food's reported carbon emissions
Hilton Foods, a UK-based food products company, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 10.05 billion kg CO2e in 2025. This includes about 16.66 million kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 30.69 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and 10.00 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions.
Looking back, Hilton Foods' total emissions were around 12.15 billion kg CO2e in 2024, approximately 12.86 billion kg CO2e in 2023, about 12.81 billion kg CO2e in 2022, approximately 13.67 billion kg CO2e in 2021, and around 14.96 billion kg CO2e in 2020. The company's Scope 1 and 2 emissions in 2020 were approximately 19.02 million kg CO2e (Scope 1) and 56.56 million kg CO2e (market-based Scope 2).
Hilton Foods has set ambitious climate commitments, with near-term Science Based Targets (SBTi) and a long-term net-zero goal. The company commits to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 95% by 2030 from a 2020 base year. Additionally, Hilton Foods aims to reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions from purchased goods and services, waste generated in operations, and downstream transportation & distribution by 45% within the same timeframe. The company also commits to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across the entire value chain by 2048. For long-term targets, Hilton Foods aims to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 98% by 2048 from a 2020 base year, and Scope 3 emissions by 90% within the same timeframe. Hilton Foods also commits to no deforestation across its primary deforestation-linked commodities by December 31, 2025. These targets are consistent with reductions required to keep warming to 1.5°C.
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Hilton Food’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
7 goals2030
45% reduction in scope 3 total
FLAG: Hilton Foods commits to reduce absolute scope 3 FLAG GHG emissions 45% by 2030 from a 2020 base year.* *The target includes FLAG emiss…
On track45%
2048
98% reduction in Scope 2
Energy & industrial: Hilton Foods commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 98% by 2048 from a 2020 base year.
At risk98%
2048
90% reduction in scope 3 total
Energy & industrial: Hilton Foods also commits to reduce scope 3 emissions 90% within the same timeframe.
At risk90%
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Hilton Food’s sustainability data and climate commitments
In 2025, Hilton Food reported a total carbon footprint of approximately 2.61 billion kg CO2e. The largest portion, roughly 99.8%, originates from Scope 3 emissions, totaling about 2.60 billion kg CO2e. Scope 2 (market-based) emissions account for approximately 6.69 million kg CO2e, and Scope 1 emissions are around 5.25 million kg CO2e. This significant reliance on Scope 3 highlights the importance of supply chain engagement for Hilton Food's overall emissions reduction strategy.
Data year: 2025
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