Public Profile

Hostess Brands LLC

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.

DitchCarbon Score

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.

9

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Sugar Processing industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

10

Industry Benchmark

Hostess Brands LLC's score of 9 is lower than 68% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Hostess Brands LLC's reported carbon emissions

Hostess Brands LLC, headquartered in the US, currently does not provide specific carbon emissions data or reduction targets. Without available figures on their emissions, it is challenging to assess their climate impact or commitments. However, the company is expected to align with industry standards and practices regarding climate action. As the food manufacturing sector increasingly focuses on sustainability, Hostess Brands may engage in initiatives aimed at reducing their carbon footprint in the future.

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Hostess Brands LLC's primary industry is Sugar, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Hostess Brands LLC is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Hostess Brands LLC is committed to some reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

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The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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