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Food Product Manufacturing
US
updated 9 months ago

Preferred Brands International Inc. Sustainability Profile

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Preferred Brands International Inc., commonly known as PBI, is a leading player in the global food industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1989, the company has established a strong presence in major operational regions, including North America and Asia, specialising in the production of convenient, high-quality food products. PBI is renowned for its innovative offerings, particularly in the realm of ready-to-eat meals and specialty foods, with a focus on authentic flavours and health-conscious ingredients. Their flagship brand, Tasty Bite, exemplifies this commitment, providing consumers with a diverse range of delicious, globally inspired meals that are both convenient and nutritious. With a reputation for excellence, Preferred Brands International has achieved significant market recognition, positioning itself as a trusted name in the food sector. The company continues to thrive by prioritising quality and sustainability, ensuring that its products meet the evolving needs of consumers worldwide.

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69

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Food Product Manufacturing 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.

15

Industry Benchmark

Preferred Brands International Inc.'s score of 69 is higher than 85% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Preferred Brands International Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Mars, Incorporated

Preferred Brands International Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data for the most recent year, as no emissions figures are available. The company is a current subsidiary of Mars, Incorporated, and thus inherits its climate commitments and initiatives from this parent organisation. As part of its corporate family relationship with Mars, Preferred Brands International Inc. aligns with various sustainability initiatives, including those set forth by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), and the RE100 initiative, all of which are cascaded from Mars, Incorporated at a cascade level of 4. However, specific reduction targets or achievements have not been disclosed for Preferred Brands International Inc. itself. While the absence of direct emissions data limits the ability to assess the company's carbon footprint, it is important to note that Preferred Brands International Inc. is committed to the broader climate goals established by its parent company, Mars, Incorporated. This includes a focus on reducing greenhouse gas emissions across its operations and supply chain, although specific metrics and targets for Preferred Brands International Inc. remain unspecified.

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20122015202120232024
Scope 1
800
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Scope 2
1,100
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
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Scope 3
12,200
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
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How Carbon Intensive is Preferred Brands International Inc.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Preferred Brands International Inc.'s primary industry is Food Product Manufacturing, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Preferred Brands International Inc.'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 Preferred Brands International Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Preferred Brands International Inc.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Preferred Brands International Inc.'s Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 7% last year and increased significantly since 2012, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 76% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Purchased Goods and Services
76%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
17%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
5%
Capital Goods
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
<1%
Business Travel
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Use of Sold Products
<1%

Preferred Brands International Inc.'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.

Preferred Brands International Inc. 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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