Public Profile

Lakanto

Lakanto, officially known as Lakanto Foods, is a leading health-focused company headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2015, Lakanto has quickly established itself in the natural food industry, specialising in sugar alternatives and low-calorie sweeteners. The brand is renowned for its unique monk fruit sweeteners, which offer a natural, zero-calorie option for those seeking healthier lifestyle choices. With a commitment to quality and innovation, Lakanto has achieved significant milestones, including widespread distribution across major retail chains and a loyal customer base. The company’s core products, such as monk fruit sweetener and baking mixes, stand out for their exceptional taste and health benefits, making them a popular choice among health-conscious consumers. Lakanto continues to solidify its market position as a trusted name in the realm of sugar alternatives, promoting a balanced approach to nutrition.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Lakanto's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

7

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Sugar Processing 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.

10

Industry Benchmark

Lakanto's score of 7 is lower than 87% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Lakanto's reported carbon emissions

Lakanto, headquartered in the US, currently does not have available carbon emissions data for recent years, as no specific figures have been provided. Consequently, there are no reported emissions in terms of Scope 1, 2, or 3. Additionally, there are no documented reduction targets or climate pledges outlined in their initiatives. In the absence of specific emissions data, it is essential to note that many companies in the food and beverage sector are increasingly committing to sustainability practices and carbon reduction strategies. While Lakanto has not disclosed its specific commitments or targets, the industry trend indicates a growing focus on reducing carbon footprints and enhancing environmental responsibility. For a comprehensive understanding of Lakanto's climate commitments, further information would be required.

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Lakanto's primary industry is Sugar, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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. Lakanto is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Lakanto is not committed to any 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.

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UN Global Compact
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The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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