Kfc
Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC), a subsidiary of Yum! Brands, Inc., is a global leader in the fast-food industry, renowned for its signature fried chicken. Headquartered in the United States, KFC operates extensively across various regions, including Europe, Asia, and Africa. Founded in 1930, the brand has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of its iconic Original Recipe chicken, which features a secret blend of 11 herbs and spices. KFC's core offerings include fried chicken, sandwiches, and sides, all distinguished by their unique flavours and preparation methods. The brand's commitment to quality and innovation has solidified its market position, making it one of the most recognisable names in the fast-food sector. With a rich history and a focus on customer satisfaction, KFC continues to thrive as a beloved choice for chicken lovers worldwide.
DitchCarbon Score
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Kfc's score of 17 is higher than 94% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Kfc's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, KFC reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 42,919,180 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 37,856,110 kg CO2e for Scope 2. The company's Scope 3 emissions were notably higher, reaching about 67,318,775,530 kg CO2e, which includes emissions from purchased goods and services, business travel, and waste generated in operations. KFC has committed to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, with a start year of 2023. This long-term target aligns with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) framework, indicating a serious commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. The company is actively working towards these goals, although specific interim reduction targets have not been disclosed. Overall, KFC's emissions data highlights the substantial impact of its operations, particularly in Scope 3, and underscores the importance of its climate commitments in addressing climate change within the fast-food industry.
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Add to project| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 23,544,710 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 144,312,920 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 36,159,737,130 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Kfc is committed to some reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
