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Kellogg's Sustainability Profile

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Kellogg Company, commonly known as Kellogg's, is a leading player in the global food industry, headquartered in Battle Creek, Michigan, USA. Founded in 1906, the company has established itself as a pioneer in breakfast cereals and convenience foods, with a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia. Kellogg's core product offerings include iconic brands such as Corn Flakes, Rice Krispies, and Special K, renowned for their quality and nutritional value. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of innovative products and a commitment to sustainability, positioning itself as a market leader in the cereal sector. With a focus on health and wellness, Kellogg's continues to adapt to consumer trends, solidifying its reputation as a trusted name in households worldwide.

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6

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Cereal Grains 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.

9

Industry Benchmark

Kellogg's's score of 6 is lower than 74% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Kellogg's's reported carbon emissions

Kellogg's, headquartered in the US, currently does not provide specific carbon emissions data for the most recent year, as no emissions figures are available. The company has not outlined any formal reduction targets or commitments through the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. While there is no direct emissions data or reduction initiatives reported, Kellogg's is part of a broader industry context where many food manufacturers are increasingly focusing on sustainability and reducing their carbon footprints. The absence of specific data may indicate a need for enhanced transparency in their climate commitments. As of now, Kellogg's does not inherit emissions data from any parent or related organizations, and all information regarding their climate initiatives appears to be at the primary corporate level.

How Carbon Intensive is Kellogg's's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Kellogg's's primary industry is Cereal grains nec, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Kellogg's'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 Kellogg's is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Kellogg's'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.

Kellogg's 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
Reduction Actions

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