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Restaurant Brands

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Restaurant Brands International Inc. (RBI), headquartered in Canada, is a leading global player in the fast-food industry. Founded in 2014, RBI emerged from the merger of Tim Hortons and Burger King, quickly establishing a significant presence in North America and beyond. The company operates several well-known brands, including Tim Hortons, Burger King, and Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen, each renowned for their unique offerings and commitment to quality. RBI has achieved notable milestones, such as expanding its footprint into international markets and innovating menu items that cater to diverse consumer preferences. With a focus on operational excellence and brand loyalty, Restaurant Brands International continues to solidify its market position as a powerhouse in the quick-service restaurant sector, consistently delivering exceptional dining experiences to millions worldwide.

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78

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Hospitality 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.

21

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Restaurant Brands's score of 78 is higher than 95% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Restaurant Brands's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Restaurant Brands International (RBI) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 29,132,465,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 128,994,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 66,113,000 kg CO2e, and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled around 28,937,358,000 kg CO2e. Notably, the Scope 3 emissions include 4,671,031,000 kg CO2e from franchises and 23,633,978,000 kg CO2e from purchased goods and services. RBI has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 50% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, using 2019 as the base year. This target is part of their broader strategy to achieve net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. The company has committed to reducing Scope 3 emissions by 50% per metric ton of food and per franchise restaurant within the same timeframe. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect RBI's commitment to sustainable practices in the restaurant industry. The company is actively working towards these goals, demonstrating a proactive approach to mitigating climate change impacts.

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42,910,000
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22,563,000
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Scope 3
29,612,458,000
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Restaurant Brands's primary industry is Hotel and restaurant services (55), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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 Restaurant Brands is in CA, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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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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