Lamb Weston Sustainability Profile
Lamb Weston, a leading global supplier of frozen potato products, is headquartered in the Netherlands (NL) and operates extensively across Europe and North America. Founded in 1950, the company has established itself as a key player in the food industry, specialising in innovative potato processing techniques that cater to both foodservice and retail sectors. Renowned for its high-quality offerings, Lamb Weston provides a diverse range of products, including French fries, potato wedges, and specialty items. Their commitment to sustainability and product excellence sets them apart in a competitive market. With a strong market position, Lamb Weston has achieved notable milestones, including significant expansions and partnerships that enhance their operational capabilities and customer reach.
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Lamb Weston's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Lamb Weston reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1.19 billion kg CO2e, comprising 736,797,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 286,502,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 171,663,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. This reflects a slight decrease from 2023, where total emissions were approximately 1.20 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 583,076,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 339,210,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 278,041,000 kg CO2e. Lamb Weston has set ambitious long-term climate commitments, aiming for net neutrality in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2033. The company plans to reduce Scope 1 and 2 carbon emissions by 25% per pound produced, starting from 2023. These initiatives focus on on-site carbon reductions and carbon sequestration at company-owned farms. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, ensuring that Lamb Weston’s commitments and performance are independently reported. The company continues to prioritise sustainability in its operations, aligning with industry standards for climate action.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 777,441,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 317,326,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 279,453,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Lamb Weston'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.
Lamb Weston 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.
