Hormel Foods LLC, a leading player in the food industry, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across North America and beyond. Founded in 1891, the company has a rich history marked by innovation and growth, including the introduction of its iconic Spam brand in 1937, which revolutionised the canned meat market. Specialising in a diverse range of products, Hormel Foods offers everything from refrigerated and shelf-stable meats to plant-based alternatives, catering to evolving consumer preferences. Their commitment to quality and sustainability sets them apart in a competitive landscape. With a strong market position, Hormel Foods has received numerous accolades for its products, reflecting its dedication to excellence and consumer satisfaction.
How does Hormel Foods LLC's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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Hormel Foods LLC's score of 19 is higher than 57% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Hormel Foods LLC, headquartered in the US, currently does not provide specific carbon emissions data for the most recent year, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures. The company is a current subsidiary of Hormel Foods Corporation, which may influence its climate commitments and reporting. Despite the lack of detailed emissions data, Hormel Foods LLC is part of a broader corporate strategy that includes various climate initiatives. However, there are no documented reduction targets or specific commitments to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges at this time. As a subsidiary, Hormel Foods LLC may inherit climate-related data and initiatives from Hormel Foods Corporation, which is responsible for setting overarching sustainability goals. The absence of specific emissions figures and reduction targets suggests that Hormel Foods LLC is still in the process of developing its climate strategy or reporting framework. In summary, while Hormel Foods LLC is engaged in the climate conversation through its corporate family, it currently lacks specific emissions data and defined reduction targets.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 793,230,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - |
| Scope 2 | 238,300,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - |
| Scope 3 | 12,240,103,000 | - | - | - | - | - |
The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 75% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Hormel Foods LLC has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.