Premier Foods plc, headquartered in Great Britain, is a leading player in the UK food industry, renowned for its diverse portfolio of well-loved brands. Founded in 2004, the company has established itself as a key provider of ambient and chilled foods, with a strong presence across the UK and Ireland. The company’s core offerings include iconic products such as Mr Kipling cakes, Bisto gravy, and Ambrosia rice pudding, each distinguished by their quality and heritage. Premier Foods has achieved significant market recognition, consistently ranking among the top food manufacturers in the UK. With a commitment to innovation and sustainability, Premier Foods continues to adapt to changing consumer preferences while maintaining its reputation for excellence in food production.
How does Premier Foods'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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In 2024, Premier Foods reported total carbon emissions of approximately 34614000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 21966000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based). The company’s Scope 3 emissions were significantly higher, reaching approximately 755944000 kg CO2e, primarily from purchased goods and services, which accounted for about 622319000 kg CO2e. Premier Foods has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 67% by 2030, using a 2021 baseline, and to achieve net zero emissions by 2040. Additionally, the company targets a 25% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2030, with a long-term goal of net zero by 2050. These commitments align with industry standards for climate action, reflecting Premier Foods's dedication to sustainability and reducing its overall carbon footprint. The company is actively working towards these targets, demonstrating a proactive approach to addressing climate change within the food and beverage sector.
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2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 515,309,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 51,530,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Premier Foods 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.