Curious to see your top suppliers emissions?
Book a demo for a pilot project
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.
48
DitchCarbon score
+31 vs industry average
Pilgrims’s score of 48 is higher than 74% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Part of the Sustainability team at Pilgrims?
- Control how your company's emission story is told
- Respond to customers efficiently
- See who's viewing your profile
Industry Intensity
Very High
Food Product Manufacturing is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
0.397
20182025
The Food Product Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 22% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2026
2020202120222023202420252026
Reported emissions
Scope 1
•••kg CO₂e
Scope 2
•••kg CO₂e
Scope 3
•••kg CO₂e
Total reported
•••kg CO₂e
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Pilgrims's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Pilgrim's Pride Corporation reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 19.3 billion kg CO2e, with emissions primarily from Scope 3, which accounted for about 19.3 billion kg CO2e. The company does not disclose specific Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions totals but reports a combined total for these scopes of approximately 1.6 billion kg CO2e.
Pilgrim's has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emission intensity by 30% by 2030, using a 2019 baseline. This target is part of a broader strategy to achieve net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2040. The company is also committed to reducing Scope 3 emissions by 30% per tonne of product sold within the same timeframe.
These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are cascaded from its parent company, JBS S.A. Pilgrim's has undertaken various initiatives to decarbonise its operations, including investments in sustainable practices and technologies aimed at reducing emissions throughout its supply chain.
Overall, Pilgrim's is actively working towards significant reductions in its carbon footprint, demonstrating a commitment to sustainability and climate action within the food and beverage processing sector.
Unlock detailed emission data
Access structured emission data, company specific factors and auditable source documents
Pilgrims’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2 goals2030
42% reduction in Scope 1
Pilgrim AS commits to reduce absolute scope 1 GHG emissions 42% by 2030 from a 2023 base year.
Insufficient data42%
2030
42% reduction in Scope 2
Pilgrim AS commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 42% by 2030 from a 2023 base year.
Insufficient data42%
Showing SBTi-validated targets only. Sign up or sign in to see all disclosed climate targets.
Scope 3 top emissions categories
12 of 15 categories disclosedSee all scope 3 categories
Already have an account? Sign in now
Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Inherited from JBS S.A.2030 targetSee details
Active
Carbon Disclosure Project
Sign in to view
Active
The Climate Pledge
See details
Not active
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
See details
Not active
RE 100
See details
Not active
Climate Action 100
Inherited from JBS S.A.See details
Not active
Emissions comparison with industry peers
View similar organisationsCompanyCountryIndustryLast updatedScoreDetails
Pilgrims6 months ago
48
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Pilgrims’s sustainability data and climate commitments
In 2023, Pilgrim's reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 19.3 billion kg CO2e. The vast majority of these emissions, around 19.3 billion kg CO2e, are attributed to Scope 3 emissions, which encompass the supply chain and product use. The company also reported a combined total of approximately 1.6 billion kg CO2e for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. This data highlights the significant environmental impact of Pilgrim's operations, particularly in its supply chain activities.
Data year: 2023
Usage policy
You’re welcome to quote or reference data from this page, but please include a visible link back to this URL. Bulk collection, resale, or redistribution of data from multiple profiles is not permitted.
See our License Agreement for more details.
Where does DitchCarbondata come from?
Discover our data-driven methodology for measuring corporate climate action and benchmarking against industry peers
Learn more