Kellanova, formerly known as Kellogg Company, is a prominent player in the cereal grains industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1906, the company has evolved significantly, focusing on a diverse range of products that cater to health-conscious consumers. Kellanova operates primarily in North America and Europe, offering a variety of cereals, snacks, and plant-based foods.
The company is renowned for its innovative approach to product development, with core offerings that include well-loved brands such as Special K and Rice Krispies. Kellanova's commitment to sustainability and nutrition sets it apart in a competitive market. With a strong market position and a legacy of quality, Kellanova continues to achieve notable milestones, reinforcing its status as a leader in the cereal grains sector.
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Kellanova’s score of 55 is higher than 78% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Cereal Grains is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Cereal Grains industry has reduced its overall emissions by 51% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
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Kellanova's reported carbon emissions
Kellanova, a US-based company in the cereal grains industry, reported its total carbon emissions for 2024 at approximately 6.34 billion kg CO2e, encompassing Scope 1, 2, and 3. This figure comprises approximately 347.23 million kg CO2e for Scope 1 emissions and approximately 101.29 million kg CO2e for Scope 2 emissions (market-based). Scope 3 emissions were significantly higher, totalling approximately 5.84 billion kg CO2e. In 2023, Kellanova's total emissions were approximately 6.86 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at around 347.23 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 (market-based) at approximately 101.29 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for 2023 were approximately 6.50 billion kg CO2e. The company has established ambitious climate commitments. Kellanova has committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050. In alignment with this, they have set near-term targets approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Specifically, Kellanova aims to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 66.5% by 2030, from a 2015 baseline. Furthermore, they are targeting a reduction of absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 37.5% by 2030, also from a 2015 baseline. For the long term, Kellanova aims for a substantial reduction of absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 90% by 2050, and absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 90% over the same period. Their commitments also extend to Land Use, with a target to reduce absolute Scope 3 FLAG GHG emissions by 45.45% by 2030 and 72% by 2050, alongside a commitment to no deforestation by the end of 2025. Kellanova's emissions data is reported by the organisation itself.
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Kellanova’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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