Restaurant Brands International Inc. (RBI), commonly referred to as Restaurant Brands, is a prominent player in the hotel and restaurant services industry, with its headquarters situated in California. The company operates across various regions, managing a diverse portfolio of well-known fast-food brands. Founded in 2014 through the merger of Burger King and Tim Hortons, RBI has since expanded its global footprint and strengthened its market presence.
Specialising in quick-service restaurant (QSR) offerings, RBI’s core products include burgers, coffee, and breakfast items, distinguished by their brand recognition and operational efficiency. The company’s strategic focus on innovation and franchise growth has positioned it as a leader within the industry, consistently achieving notable milestones and maintaining a strong competitive edge in the fast-food sector.
+46 vs industry average
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Industry Intensity
Hospitality has typical carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Hospitality industry has reduced its overall emissions by 32% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
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Restaurant Brands's reported carbon emissions
Restaurant Brands International (RBI), headquartered in Canada and operating within the Hotel and restaurant services sector, has reported its carbon emissions and established climate commitments.
Carbon Emissions Data:
For the year 2025, RBI's total greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions were approximately 3.03 x 10^14 kg CO2e. This figure is comprised of:
- Scope 1 emissions: approximately 6.40 x 10^13 kg CO2e
- Scope 2 emissions (market-based): approximately 2.44 x 10^14 kg CO2e
- Scope 3 emissions: approximately 2.88 x 10^16 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from purchased goods and services (approximately 2.64 x 10^16 kg CO2e) and franchises (approximately 4.70 x 10^15 kg CO2e).
In 2024, total GHG emissions were approximately 3.01 x 10^10 kg CO2e. This breakdown includes:
- Scope 1 emissions: approximately 5.45 x 10^7 kg CO2e
- Scope 2 emissions (market-based): approximately 2.77 x 10^10 kg CO2e
- Scope 3 emissions: approximately 5.70 x 10^10 kg CO2e, with purchased goods and services being a major component (approximately 2.36 x 10^10 kg CO2e).
The company reported total emissions for 2023 as approximately 2.79 x 10^10 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of approximately 4.89 x 10^7 kg CO2e and Scope 2 (market-based) emissions of approximately 4.50 x 10^7 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for 2023 were approximately 2.78 x 10^10 kg CO2e, with purchased goods and services accounting for approximately 2.33 x 10^10 kg CO2e.
For 2022, total GHG emissions were approximately 3.00 x 10^10 kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were approximately 4.28 x 10^7 kg CO2e and Scope 2 (market-based) emissions were approximately 2.88 x 10^10 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions totalled approximately 2.89 x 10^10 kg CO2e.
In 2021, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 4.61 x 10^7 kg CO2e and Scope 2 (market-based) emissions were approximately 3.50 x 10^7 kg CO2e.
For 2019, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 4.29 x 10^7 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 (market-based) emissions were approximately 2.26 x 10^7 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for this year were approximately 2.93 x 10^10 kg CO2e.
Climate Commitments and Reduction Targets:
RBI is committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. In the near term, the company aims to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 50% by 2030, using 2019 as a baseline year. This target is aligned with keeping global warming to 1.5°C. RBI also has commitments to reduce Scope 3 GHG emissions intensity by 50% per metric tonne of food and per franchised restaurant by 2030, also from a 2019 baseline.
The company's Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) commitments include reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 50% by 2030, based on a 2019 baseline. Additionally, SBTi targets encompass a 50% reduction in Scope 3 GHG emissions per metric tonne of food and per franchise restaurant by 2030. Progress towards these targets indicates that Scope 2 reduction efforts are currently on track for the near term.
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Restaurant Brands’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
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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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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