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Pilgrims, officially known as Pilgrim's Pride Corporation, is a leading player in the poultry industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1946, the company has established a strong presence across major operational regions, including the southern and eastern United States, where it serves a diverse customer base. Specialising in the production and processing of chicken products, Pilgrims is renowned for its commitment to quality and sustainability. The company offers a wide range of fresh and frozen poultry items, catering to both retail and foodservice sectors. Pilgrims distinguishes itself through its innovative practices and focus on animal welfare, positioning itself as a trusted brand in the market. With a robust market position, Pilgrims has achieved significant milestones, including being one of the largest poultry producers in the U.S. This reputation is bolstered by its dedication to delivering high-quality products that meet the evolving needs of consumers.
How does Pilgrims'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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Pilgrims's score of 49 is higher than 73% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2021, Pilgrim's Pride Corporation, headquartered in the US, reported no specific carbon emissions data, including Scope 1, 2, or 3 emissions. However, the company has set ambitious climate commitments. It aims to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, Pilgrim's Pride is committed to reducing Scope 3 emissions by 30% per tonne of product sold within the same timeframe. The company has also established a target to reduce its GHG emission intensity (Scope 1 and 2) by 30% by 2030, with a linear progress plan from 2025 to 2030. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to support the global effort to limit warming to 1.5°C. Data regarding Pilgrim's emissions and commitments is cascaded from its parent company, JBS S.A., which influences its sustainability strategies and reporting. As of now, Pilgrim's Pride has not disclosed specific emissions figures, but its commitment to significant reductions reflects a proactive approach to climate change mitigation in the food and beverage processing sector.
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Scope 1 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | - |
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Pilgrims is participating in some 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.