Kettle Foods, Inc., commonly known as Kettle Brand, is a leading player in the snack food industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1982, the company has established itself as a pioneer in producing high-quality, kettle-cooked potato chips, renowned for their distinctive crunch and rich flavour. With major operations across the US and a growing presence in international markets, Kettle Foods focuses on crafting snacks that prioritise natural ingredients and bold taste. The brand's commitment to quality is evident in its unique cooking process, which results in thicker, crunchier chips compared to traditional frying methods. Kettle Foods has garnered a loyal customer base and achieved notable recognition within the industry, positioning itself as a trusted name in gourmet snacks. With a dedication to sustainability and innovation, Kettle Foods continues to set itself apart in the competitive snack market.
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Kettle Foods, Inc.'s score of 68 is higher than 95% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Kettle Foods, Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for recent years. As a current subsidiary of The Campbell's Company, Kettle Foods inherits its climate commitments and emissions data from this parent organisation. While there are no documented reduction targets or specific emissions figures for Kettle Foods, it aligns with the sustainability initiatives set forth by The Campbell's Company. This includes participation in various climate-related initiatives such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), both of which are cascaded from The Campbell's Company. Kettle Foods is committed to addressing climate change through these inherited frameworks, although specific targets or achievements at the subsidiary level have not been disclosed. The company is part of a broader industry movement towards reducing carbon footprints and enhancing sustainability practices, reflecting a growing recognition of the importance of climate action in the food sector.
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| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 432,900,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 328,293,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 410,314,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Kettle Foods, Inc.'s Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 18% last year and increased significantly since 2014, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 69% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Kettle Foods, Inc. 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.