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Pork Processing
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JBS USA Food Company, LLC Sustainability Profile

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JBS USA Food Company, LLC, a subsidiary of JBS S.A., is a leading player in the meat processing industry, headquartered in the United States. Established in 2007, the company has rapidly expanded its operations across major regions, including the Midwest and the South, solidifying its position as a key supplier in the beef, pork, and poultry markets. JBS USA is renowned for its commitment to quality and sustainability, offering a diverse range of products, from fresh cuts to value-added items. The company’s innovative practices and focus on animal welfare set it apart in a competitive landscape. With a strong market presence, JBS USA has achieved significant milestones, including being one of the largest meat producers globally, reflecting its dedication to excellence and customer satisfaction.

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58

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Pork 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

JBS USA Food Company, LLC's score of 58 is higher than 96% 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 USA Food Company, LLC's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from JBS S.A.

JBS USA Food Company, 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 JBS S.A., which means any climate commitments or emissions data may be inherited from its parent organisation. JBS S.A. has set various climate commitments, including science-based targets for emissions reductions, which are cascaded down to JBS USA. However, specific reduction targets or achievements for JBS USA are not detailed in the available information. The company is involved in broader industry initiatives, such as the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) and the Climate Action 100+ initiative, which aim to enhance transparency and accountability in climate action. As a subsidiary, JBS USA's climate strategies and performance are likely aligned with the overarching goals of JBS S.A., focusing on reducing greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes, including Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. However, without specific data or targets, the exact impact of these initiatives remains unclear.

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Scope 1
403,902,000
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Scope 2
16,083,000
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Scope 3
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000,000,000,000
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How Carbon Intensive is JBS USA Food Company, LLC's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. JBS USA Food Company, LLC's primary industry is Pork Processing, which is very high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is JBS USA Food Company, LLC's Location?

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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. This request for JBS USA Food Company, LLC is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

JBS USA Food Company, LLC's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

JBS USA Food Company, LLC's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 12% last year and decreased by approximately 2% since 2021, 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 90% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Purchased Goods and Services
90%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
4%
Use of Sold Products
2%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
1%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
<1%
Processing of Sold Products
<1%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Capital Goods
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%

JBS USA Food Company, LLC'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 USA Food Company, 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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