The J.M. Smucker Company, commonly known as Smucker's, is a prominent player in the food and beverage industry, headquartered in Orrville, Ohio, USA. Founded in 1897, the company has evolved significantly, marking key milestones such as the acquisition of notable brands like Jif and Folgers, which have solidified its market position. Specialising in a diverse range of products, J.M. Smucker offers everything from fruit spreads and peanut butter to coffee and pet food. Their commitment to quality and innovation sets them apart, ensuring that their offerings resonate with consumers. With a strong presence across North America, J.M. Smucker continues to achieve notable success, making it a trusted name in households and a leader in the industry.
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In 2023, J.M. Smucker Company reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 5,553,000,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 153,968,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 1,398,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2, market-based), and a significant 5,539,274,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). The combined total for Scope 1 and 2 emissions was about 312,932,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 28% by 2030 from a 2019 baseline. Additionally, J.M. Smucker targets a 22% reduction in Scope 3 emissions per unit of sold product over the same period. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are classified as consistent with keeping global warming well below 2°C. In terms of past achievements, J.M. Smucker has reported a 12.9% reduction in Scope 2 emissions intensity under the market-based method from 2014 to 2020, surpassing their initial goal of 10%. The company is also working towards a 5% reduction in energy intensity at company-owned facilities by 2025, using 2019 as the baseline year. Overall, J.M. Smucker's climate strategy reflects a commitment to significant emissions reductions across all scopes, with a focus on both operational efficiency and supply chain impacts.
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2009 | 2010 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2023 | |
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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 | 000,000,000 | 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 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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