Performance Food Group Company, commonly known as PFG, is a leading player in the foodservice distribution industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1885, PFG has established itself as a trusted partner for restaurants, schools, and healthcare facilities, providing a diverse range of food products and services across the nation.
With a strong operational presence in major regions, PFG offers an extensive portfolio that includes fresh produce, frozen foods, and specialty items, all tailored to meet the unique needs of its customers. The company is recognised for its commitment to quality and innovation, ensuring that clients receive not only products but also valuable insights and support.
PFG's market position is bolstered by its strategic acquisitions and a robust distribution network, making it a preferred choice for foodservice operators seeking reliability and excellence in their supply chain.
+9 vs industry average
Performance Food’s score of 26 is higher than 52% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Food Product Manufacturing is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Food Product Manufacturing industry has increased its overall emissions by 9% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Performance Food's reported carbon emissions
Performance Food Group (PFG), based in the US, has reported Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions data. For the reporting year 2024, PFG's Scope 1 emissions were approximately 870,498,000 kg CO2e, and its Scope 2 emissions (market-based) were approximately 186,496,000 kg CO2e. In the same year, Scope 3 emissions totalled approximately 40,595,075,000 kg CO2e.
For the reporting year 2023, PFG's Scope 1 emissions were approximately 909,111,000 kg CO2e, and its Scope 2 emissions (market-based) were approximately 194,295,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions data were not disclosed for this year.
In 2022, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 793,343,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions (market-based) were approximately 174,584,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions were not disclosed for 2022.
For 2021, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 873,529,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions (market-based) were approximately 191,188,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions were not disclosed for 2021.
Performance Food Group has established climate commitments aiming for intensity reductions. PFG has committed to reducing its Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emission intensity by 30% by 2034, using a per-case metric basis, from a 2021 baseline year. Additionally, they have a long-term ambition to achieve net-zero operational and value chain GHG emissions by 2050. The company has reported that it is on track for its two-year intensity reduction targets.
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Performance Food’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
5 goals2050
our ambition is to achieve net zero operational and value ch…
our ambition is to achieve net zero operational and value chain greenhouse gas emissions by 2050
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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