McCain
McCain Foods Limited, commonly known as McCain, is a leading global player in the frozen food industry, headquartered in Colorado. Founded in 1957, the company has established a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia, specialising in the production of frozen potato products, including French fries, wedges, and specialty items. Renowned for its commitment to quality and innovation, McCain has achieved significant milestones, such as pioneering the use of sustainable farming practices. Their core offerings, characterised by unique flavour profiles and superior texture, cater to both retail and foodservice sectors. With a robust market position, McCain is celebrated for its dedication to sustainability and community engagement, making it a trusted choice for consumers worldwide.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
McCain's score of 0 is lower than 65% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
McCain's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, McCain Foods reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,315,973,000 kg CO2e, encompassing Scope 1 and 2 emissions. This figure reflects a continued commitment to reducing their carbon footprint, with emissions decreasing from about 1,329,244,000 kg CO2e in 2022 and 1,329,238,000 kg CO2e in 2021. The company has demonstrated a consistent reduction trend in emissions over the years, with a notable decrease in emissions intensity for their finished products, from 301 kg CO2e per tonne in 2021 to 263 kg CO2e per tonne in 2023. McCain's Scope 3 emissions, specifically related to the CO2 emissions intensity of raw potatoes, were reported at approximately 124,000 kg CO2e per tonne in 2023, indicating a focus on sustainability throughout their supply chain. However, there are currently no specific reduction targets or initiatives disclosed under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. Overall, McCain Foods is actively working towards lowering its carbon emissions, reflecting a commitment to sustainability and climate responsibility, although further details on formal reduction targets would enhance their climate strategy.
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Add to project| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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| Scope 1 | - | - | - | 0.0 | 0.0 | - | - |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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McCain 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.
