Lamb Weston
Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc., commonly known as Lamb Weston, is a leading player in the global food industry, specialising in frozen potato products. Headquartered in the United States, the company operates extensively across North America and has a significant presence in international markets. Founded in 1950, Lamb Weston has achieved numerous milestones, including innovations in processing technology and sustainability practices. The company’s core offerings include a diverse range of frozen potato items, such as French fries, wedges, and specialty products, all renowned for their quality and consistency. Lamb Weston’s commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction has solidified its position as a market leader, serving major foodservice and retail customers worldwide. With a focus on sustainability and operational excellence, Lamb Weston continues to set industry standards while meeting the evolving needs of consumers.
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Lamb Weston's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Lamb Weston reported total carbon emissions of approximately 628,481,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 195,027,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which encompass direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and 1,204,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, related to indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity. The majority of their emissions, about 432,249,000 kg CO2e, fall under Scope 3, which includes emissions from the entire value chain, such as business travel and purchased goods and services. Comparatively, in 2022, their total emissions were approximately 653,228,000 kg CO2e, indicating a slight reduction in emissions year-on-year. In 2021, emissions were about 567,192,000 kg CO2e, and in 2020, they were approximately 543,310,000 kg CO2e. This trend shows a general increase in emissions over the years, with 2023 being the highest reported figure. Lamb Weston has committed to near-term climate targets, although specific reduction targets have not been disclosed. They are not currently committed to a net-zero target. The company operates within the food and beverage processing sector and is based in the United States, with additional operations in Europe. Their emissions intensity metrics indicate a focus on improving efficiency, with Scope 1, 2, and 3 GHG emissions intensity reported at approximately 0.3289 pounds per unit of revenue in 2023. Overall, while Lamb Weston has made some progress in managing their carbon footprint, the increasing trend in emissions highlights the need for more robust climate commitments and reduction strategies moving forward.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 164,194,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 972,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 378,144,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Lamb Weston is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
