Public Profile

Newman's Own

Newman's Own, officially known as Newman's Own, Inc., is a renowned food company headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1982 by actor Paul Newman and author A.E. Hotchner, the brand has made significant strides in the food industry, particularly in the production of salad dressings, sauces, and snacks. With a commitment to quality and philanthropy, Newman's Own stands out by donating all profits to charitable causes, a unique business model that has contributed over $570 million to date. The company operates primarily in North America, with a growing presence in international markets. Known for its organic and all-natural ingredients, Newman's Own has established a strong market position, appealing to health-conscious consumers seeking delicious, ethically produced food options.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Newman's Own'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.

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Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Sugar 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.

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Industry Benchmark

Newman's Own's score of 10 is lower 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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Newman's Own's reported carbon emissions

Newman's Own, headquartered in the US, currently does not provide specific carbon emissions data or reduction targets. Without available figures, it is unclear how their operations impact carbon emissions across Scope 1, 2, and 3. However, the company is likely engaged in various sustainability initiatives typical of the food industry, focusing on reducing environmental impact and enhancing climate resilience. As the industry increasingly prioritises climate commitments, Newman's Own may be expected to align with these trends in the future.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Newman's Own's primary industry is Sugar, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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. Newman's Own is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Newman's Own is committed to some 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.

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