Hilton Food Sustainability Profile
Hilton Food Group plc, commonly known as Hilton Food, is a leading international food packaging and processing company headquartered in Great Britain. Established in 1994, Hilton Food has grown significantly, expanding its operations across Europe, Australia, and New Zealand. The company primarily operates within the meat and seafood industry, specialising in the supply of high-quality, value-added products to major retailers. Hilton Food is renowned for its innovative approach to food production, offering a diverse range of products, including fresh and frozen meats, ready meals, and plant-based alternatives. Its commitment to sustainability and quality has positioned it as a trusted partner for retailers, contributing to its strong market presence. With a focus on efficiency and customer satisfaction, Hilton Food continues to achieve notable milestones, reinforcing its reputation as a leader in the food sector.
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Hilton Food's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Hilton Foods reported total carbon emissions of approximately 12,123,737,000 kg CO2e globally, with 2,484,789,000 kg CO2e attributed to its operations in Great Britain. The emissions breakdown includes Scope 1 emissions of 13,495,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of 37,846,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and a significant Scope 3 total of 12,083,397,000 kg CO2e, primarily from purchased goods and services. Hilton Foods has set ambitious climate commitments, targeting net zero emissions by 2050. The company aims to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 25% by 2030 from a 2020 base year. Additionally, it plans to achieve a 95% reduction in these emissions by 2030 and an impressive 98% reduction by 2048. For Scope 3 emissions, Hilton Foods is committed to a 90% reduction by 2048, with a near-term target of 45% reduction by 2030. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Hilton Foods' commitment to sustainability and climate action, ensuring a significant reduction in its carbon footprint across all scopes of emissions.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 52,218,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Hilton Food's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Hilton Food's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 6% last year and decreased by approximately 18% since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 99% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Hilton Food's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Hilton Food has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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