Panera Bread
Panera Bread, officially known as Panera LLC, is a prominent player in the fast-casual dining industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1987, the company has grown significantly, with a strong presence across North America, offering a diverse menu that includes freshly baked bread, salads, and soups. Renowned for its commitment to quality, Panera Bread distinguishes itself through its clean ingredients and innovative menu options, catering to health-conscious consumers. The brand has achieved notable milestones, including the introduction of its "Panera Cares" community model and a robust digital ordering system. With a market position as a leader in the fast-casual segment, Panera Bread continues to set trends in the industry, focusing on sustainability and customer experience, making it a favourite among diners seeking wholesome, delicious meals.
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How does Panera Bread'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.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Panera Bread's score of 16 is lower than 75% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Panera Bread's reported carbon emissions
As of 2022, Panera Bread's total carbon emissions amounted to approximately 2,108,625,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 96,741,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 122,041,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 1,885,305,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which encompass a wide range of activities including purchased goods and services, waste generated in operations, and downstream transportation. In recent years, Panera Bread has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. For instance, in 2021, the company reported total emissions of about 1,998,681,000 kg CO2e, indicating a slight increase from the previous year. However, the company has set near-term reduction targets and is actively working towards improving its sustainability practices, although it has not committed to a net-zero target as of now. The company’s emissions data shows a trend of fluctuating emissions, with Scope 1 and 2 emissions combined reaching approximately 216,515,000 kg CO2e in 2021. Panera Bread's ongoing efforts in sustainability reflect its recognition of the importance of addressing climate change within the restaurant and leisure sector.
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Add to project| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 259,298,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 174,627,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Panera Bread 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.
