Lionel Hitchen
Lionel Hitchen, a prominent player in the food industry, is headquartered in Great Britain and has established a strong presence in key operational regions across Europe and beyond. Founded in 1980, the company has built a reputation for excellence in the production of high-quality food ingredients, particularly in the areas of flavourings and seasonings. With a diverse portfolio that includes natural extracts, essential oils, and bespoke flavour solutions, Lionel Hitchen stands out for its commitment to quality and innovation. The company has achieved notable milestones, including significant advancements in sustainable sourcing practices. As a trusted supplier to various sectors, including food and beverage, Lionel Hitchen continues to solidify its market position through a focus on customer satisfaction and product integrity.
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Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Food Product Manufacturing 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.
Industry Benchmark
Lionel Hitchen's score of 8 is higher than 74% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Lionel Hitchen's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Lionel Hitchen reported total carbon emissions of approximately 591,700 kg CO2e, comprising about 431,700 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 159,900 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This represents a slight increase from 2022, where total emissions were about 590,600 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 423,300 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 163,380 kg CO2e. In 2021, the company recorded total emissions of about 439,760 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 311,390 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 128,360 kg CO2e. Over the three years, the emissions from Scope 1 and 2 have shown fluctuations, indicating a need for ongoing assessment and potential improvement in their carbon management strategies. Despite these figures, Lionel Hitchen has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. The absence of formal commitments or climate pledges suggests that the company may be in the early stages of developing a comprehensive sustainability strategy.
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Add to project| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 311,390 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 128,360 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - |
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Lionel Hitchen 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.
