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Dairy Processing
US
updated 8 months ago

Mead Johnson Nutrition Company Sustainability Profile

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Mead Johnson Nutrition Company, a leading global player in the infant and child nutrition industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1905, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including North America, Latin America, and Asia. Renowned for its scientifically formulated products, Mead Johnson focuses on providing essential nutrition for infants and young children, with core offerings such as Enfamil and Nutramigen. These products are distinguished by their commitment to quality and innovation, ensuring optimal growth and development for children. Over the years, Mead Johnson has achieved significant milestones, including its acquisition by Reckitt Benckiser in 2017, further solidifying its market position. With a legacy of excellence and a dedication to advancing nutritional science, Mead Johnson continues to be a trusted name among parents and healthcare professionals worldwide.

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82

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Dairy 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

Mead Johnson Nutrition Company's score of 82 is higher than 93% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Mead Johnson Nutrition Company's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Reckitt Benckiser Group plc

Mead Johnson Nutrition Company, headquartered in the US, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. As a current subsidiary of Reckitt Benckiser Group plc, any climate commitments or emissions data may be influenced by the parent company's initiatives. Reckitt Benckiser has set ambitious climate targets, which include commitments to reduce emissions across its operations. These targets are cascaded to Mead Johnson Nutrition, aligning with industry standards for sustainability. The company is involved in various initiatives such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), CDP reporting, and the RE100 commitment to renewable energy, all sourced from Reckitt Benckiser. While specific reduction targets for Mead Johnson Nutrition are not detailed, the overarching goals from Reckitt Benckiser aim to significantly lower Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions, contributing to a more sustainable future. The absence of direct emissions data highlights the need for ongoing transparency and commitment to climate action within the organisation.

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20122015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Scope 1
94,868,000
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Scope 2
178,657,000
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00,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
15,100
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00,000,000,000
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0,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Mead Johnson Nutrition Company's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Mead Johnson Nutrition Company's primary industry is Dairy products, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Mead Johnson Nutrition Company's Location?

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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. This request for Mead Johnson Nutrition Company is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Mead Johnson Nutrition Company's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Mead Johnson Nutrition Company's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 88% last year and increased significantly since 2012, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 52% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
52%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
20%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
14%
Use of Sold Products
10%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
4%
Business Travel
<1%
Downstream Leased Assets
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%

Mead Johnson Nutrition Company'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.

Mead Johnson Nutrition Company 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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