Kellanova, formerly known as Kellogg Company, is a prominent player in the global food industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1906, the company has evolved significantly, focusing on producing a diverse range of snacks, cereals, and plant-based foods. With major operational regions spanning North America, Europe, and Asia, Kellanova has established itself as a leader in the market. The company’s core products include well-known brands such as Pringles, Cheez-It, and Special K, each distinguished by their quality and innovation. Kellanova's commitment to sustainability and health-conscious offerings has garnered recognition, positioning it favourably among consumers. As a testament to its market strength, Kellanova continues to achieve notable milestones, reinforcing its status as a trusted name in the food sector.
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In 2024, Kellanova reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 6,000,000,000 kg CO2e across all scopes. This includes about 347,232,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and approximately 101,288,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (market-based). The majority of their emissions, about 5,842,781,000 kg CO2e, stem from Scope 3 activities, which encompass the entire value chain. Kellanova has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050. The company has established a long-term target to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 90% from a 2015 baseline by 2050. Additionally, Kellanova is committed to reducing Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 66.5% by 2030, alongside a 37.5% reduction in Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Kellanova's commitment to sustainable practices in the food and beverage sector. The company is also focused on reducing Scope 3 FLAG emissions by 45.45% by 2030 and 72% by 2050, further demonstrating its dedication to addressing climate change comprehensively.
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| 2010 | 2015 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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.
Kellanova has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.


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