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Michael Foods Group, Inc. Sustainability Profile

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Michael Foods Group, Inc., a prominent player in the food industry, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across North America. Founded in 1972, the company has established itself as a leader in the production and distribution of egg products, dairy, and other value-added food items. With a diverse portfolio that includes liquid, frozen, and dried egg products, Michael Foods is renowned for its commitment to quality and innovation. The company’s unique offerings cater to a wide range of customers, from foodservice operators to retail markets. Recognised for its market position, Michael Foods has achieved significant milestones, including strategic acquisitions that have expanded its operational capabilities. As a trusted name in the food sector, Michael Foods Group continues to set industry standards while delivering exceptional products to meet evolving consumer demands.

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How does Michael Foods Group, Inc.'s carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

31

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Poultry Farms 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.

15

Industry Benchmark

Michael Foods Group, Inc.'s score of 31 is higher than 67% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Michael Foods Group, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Post Holdings, Inc.

Michael Foods Group, Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for recent years. The company is a current subsidiary of Post Holdings, Inc., which may influence its climate commitments and emissions reporting. As of now, there are no documented reduction targets or climate pledges from Michael Foods Group, Inc. However, emissions data and performance metrics may be inherited from its parent company, Post Holdings, Inc. This cascading relationship suggests that any climate initiatives or targets may align with those set by Post Holdings, although specific details are not provided. In the broader context, companies in the food production industry are increasingly focusing on sustainability and reducing their carbon footprints. While Michael Foods Group, Inc. has not publicly outlined its specific commitments or achievements in this area, the industry trend indicates a growing emphasis on climate action and emissions reduction.

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20202021202220232024
Scope 1
315,000,000
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000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 2
332,000,000
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000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 3
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0,000,000,000
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How Carbon Intensive is Michael Foods Group, Inc.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Michael Foods Group, Inc.'s primary industry is Poultry Farms, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Michael Foods Group, Inc.'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 Michael Foods Group, Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Michael Foods Group, Inc.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 86% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Purchased Goods and Services
86%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
8%
Capital Goods
4%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
3%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%

Michael Foods Group, Inc.'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.

Michael Foods Group, Inc. 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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