Panda Express, Inc.
Panda Express, Inc., a prominent player in the fast-casual dining sector, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across North America. Founded in 1983, the company has established itself as a leader in the American Chinese cuisine market, known for its signature dishes such as Orange Chicken and Beijing Beef. With a commitment to quality and flavour, Panda Express offers a unique blend of traditional Chinese recipes and American culinary preferences, appealing to a diverse customer base. The brand has achieved significant milestones, including the opening of thousands of locations nationwide, solidifying its position as a go-to choice for quick, delicious meals. Recognised for its innovative approach to fast food, Panda Express continues to thrive in a competitive industry, making it a staple in the dining landscape.
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How does Panda Express, 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.
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Panda Express, Inc.'s score of 23 is lower than 84% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Panda Express, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Panda Express, Inc. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 324,929,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 19,220,000 kg CO2e, which comprises 4,645,000 kg CO2e from mobile combustion and 15,175,000 kg CO2e from stationary combustion. Additionally, the company’s Scope 2 emissions from purchased electricity amounted to approximately 305,109,000 kg CO2e. Currently, Panda Express has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. As such, their climate commitments remain unclear, and there are no reported plans to align with industry-standard climate frameworks like the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Overall, while Panda Express has provided emissions data, further details on their climate strategies and commitments are needed to assess their long-term sustainability efforts.
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| 2023 | |
|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 19,820,000 |
| Scope 2 | 305,109,000 |
| Scope 3 | - |
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Panda Express, Inc. is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
