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Post Holdings Sustainability Profile

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Post Holdings, Inc., headquartered in the United States, is a prominent player in the consumer packaged goods industry, specialising in the production and marketing of a diverse range of food products. Founded in 2011, the company has rapidly expanded its operations across North America, establishing a strong presence in the breakfast cereals, snacks, and protein sectors. With a portfolio that includes well-known brands such as Grape-Nuts, Honey Bunches of Oats, and PowerBar, Post Holdings distinguishes itself through its commitment to quality and innovation. The company has achieved significant milestones, including strategic acquisitions that have bolstered its market position and product offerings. Recognised for its robust growth and adaptability, Post Holdings continues to thrive in a competitive landscape, making it a key player in the food industry.

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44

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Business Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

26

Industry Benchmark

Post Holdings's score of 44 is higher than 68% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Post Holdings's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Post Holdings reported total carbon emissions of approximately 339,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 282,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. This follows a similar trend in 2023, where emissions were approximately 331,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 281,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. Notably, in 2023, the company also disclosed Scope 3 emissions, which included significant figures such as approximately 4,499,819,000 kg CO2e for purchased goods and services. Post Holdings has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 30% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, using a fiscal year 2020 baseline. This target is considered science-based and aligns with their broader sustainability goals. Additionally, the company is working towards reducing Scope 2 emissions to near zero by the mid-2020s. Furthermore, Post Holdings' Weetabix business has committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 and has made a formal commitment to the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi) in 2023. The company is also targeting a 30% reduction in GHG emissions intensity from sourced ingredients and packaging (Scope 3) by 2030. Overall, Post Holdings is actively pursuing significant reductions in its carbon footprint while adhering to industry standards for climate action.

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20202021202220232024
Scope 1
315,000,000
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000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 2
332,000,000
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000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 3
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0,000,000,000
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How Carbon Intensive is Post Holdings's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Post Holdings's primary industry is Other business services (74), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Post Holdings's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Post Holdings is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Post Holdings's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 86% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Purchased Goods and Services
86%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
8%
Capital Goods
4%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
3%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%

Post Holdings's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Post Holdings has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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