JBS Sustainability Profile
JBS S.A., a leading global player in the food industry, is headquartered in Brazil and operates extensively across North America, South America, Europe, and Australia. Founded in 1953, JBS has grown to become one of the largest meat processing companies in the world, specialising in beef, pork, and poultry production. The company is renowned for its commitment to quality and sustainability, offering a diverse range of products that cater to various consumer needs. JBS's innovative practices and robust supply chain management have positioned it as a market leader, with notable achievements including its significant contributions to the global protein supply. With a focus on excellence and sustainability, JBS continues to set industry standards while meeting the demands of an ever-evolving market.
DitchCarbon Score
How does JBS'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.
Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Food Product Manufacturing 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.
Industry Benchmark
JBS's score of 19 is higher than 52% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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JBS's reported carbon emissions
As of the latest available data, JBS has not reported any specific carbon emissions figures. However, the company has set ambitious reduction targets for its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. JBS aims for a 41% reduction in Scope 1 emissions, which pertain to direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, by 2025 compared to a 2019 baseline. Additionally, the company targets a 35% reduction in Scope 2 emissions, which are indirect emissions from the consumption of purchased electricity, also by 2025 relative to the same baseline year. These commitments reflect JBS's proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint. The absence of reported emissions data suggests that the company is in the process of enhancing its sustainability reporting or may be focusing on implementing its reduction strategies before disclosing specific figures.
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JBS'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.
JBS 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.
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