Pret A Manger, often referred to simply as Pret, is a prominent player in the food products nec industry, headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1983, the company has established itself as a leader in the ready-to-eat food sector, with a strong presence in major cities across the UK, the US, and France.
Pret A Manger is renowned for its fresh, organic ingredients and a diverse menu that includes sandwiches, salads, and hot drinks, all prepared daily. The brand's commitment to sustainability and ethical sourcing sets it apart in a competitive market. Over the years, Pret has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of its popular subscription service, which has further solidified its market position. With a focus on quality and convenience, Pret A Manger continues to innovate and cater to the evolving tastes of its customers.
-4 vs industry average
Pret A Manger’s score of 13 is lower than 40% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Food Product Manufacturing is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Food Product Manufacturing industry has increased its overall emissions by 9% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2026
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Pret A Manger's reported carbon emissions
Pret A Manger, a UK-based food products company, reported a total of approximately 330 million kg CO2e in emissions for the year 2023. This figure encompasses Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. In 2023, Pret A Manger's Scope 1 emissions stood at approximately 5.8 million kg CO2e. Scope 2 emissions, using the market-based approach, were around 6.8 million kg CO2e, while the location-based approach reported approximately 14.6 million kg CO2e. The majority of their emissions in 2023 were attributed to Scope 3, totalling approximately 135.4 million kg CO2e. The largest contributors within Scope 3 included purchased goods and services (approximately 82.5 million kg CO2e) and upstream transportation and distribution (approximately 25.4 million kg CO2e). The previous year, 2022, saw Pret A Manger's total emissions at approximately 397.4 million kg CO2e. For that year, Scope 1 emissions were about 3.5 million kg CO2e. Scope 2 emissions were approximately 12.3 million kg CO2e (market-based) and 17.4 million kg CO2e (location-based). Scope 3 emissions in 2022 were around 175.2 million kg CO2e, with purchased goods and services accounting for approximately 112.2 million kg CO2e and upstream transportation and distribution at about 35.2 million kg CO2e. While Pret A Manger's specific climate commitments and reduction targets are not detailed in the provided data, industry peers are setting ambitious goals. For example, Starbucks has publicly stated an aim for a 50% reduction in carbon emissions by 2030, using 2021 as a base year for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. This highlights a general trend within the food products sector towards significant carbon footprint reduction.
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Pret A Manger’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2 goals2030
50% reduction in Scope 1
Starbucks aims for a 50% reduction in carbon by 2030 starting at a base year of 2021.
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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