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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Panera Bread's reported carbon emissions
As of 2022, Panera Bread reported total carbon emissions of 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. The company has shown a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets have been removed or are not currently in place. In previous years, Panera's emissions have fluctuated, with 2019 seeing a total of about 2,417,664,000 kg CO2e, which included 107,730,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 174,627,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. The company has been a member of the Business Ambition for 1.5°C initiative since September 2021, indicating a commitment to align with climate science, although it has not set a net-zero target. Panera Bread's emissions data highlights the importance of addressing both direct and indirect emissions, particularly from its supply chain, which constitutes the majority of its carbon footprint. The company continues to explore avenues for improvement in sustainability practices within the restaurant and leisure sector.
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| 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 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.
