Hostess Brands LLC, a prominent player in the snack food industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1919, the company has a rich history marked by innovation and resilience, particularly known for its iconic products such as Twinkies, HoHos, and Ding Dongs. With a strong operational presence across North America, Hostess has established itself as a leader in the baked goods sector. The company focuses on producing a diverse range of sweet snacks, characterised by their unique flavours and convenient packaging. Hostess Brands has achieved significant market recognition, consistently ranking among the top snack manufacturers in the country. Its commitment to quality and consumer satisfaction has solidified its position as a beloved brand, making it a staple in households nationwide.
How does Hostess Brands 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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Hostess Brands LLC, headquartered in the US, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. The company is a current subsidiary of Hostess Brands, Inc., which may influence its climate commitments and emissions reporting. As part of its climate strategy, Hostess Brands LLC inherits initiatives and targets from its parent company, The J. M. Smucker Company. However, there are no documented reduction targets or specific climate pledges available for Hostess Brands LLC at this time. The absence of emissions data and reduction initiatives suggests that the company may still be in the early stages of formalising its climate commitments. In the broader context, Hostess Brands LLC's approach to sustainability and carbon emissions will likely align with industry standards and practices as it develops its own strategies. The company may benefit from the climate initiatives and performance metrics established by its parent organisation, which could include participation in frameworks such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). Overall, while specific emissions data and reduction targets are not currently available, Hostess Brands LLC's relationship with The J. M. Smucker Company may provide a foundation for future climate action and reporting.
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| 2009 | 2010 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 159,215,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 211,436,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 |
Hostess Brands LLC's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 8% last year and increased by approximately 8% since 2019, 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 84% 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.
Hostess Brands 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.