Shake Shack Inc., commonly known as Shake Shack, is a prominent player in the hotel and restaurant services industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2004, this fast-casual dining establishment has rapidly expanded, with a significant presence in major urban areas across North America and beyond.
Shake Shack is renowned for its high-quality burgers, crinkle-cut fries, and hand-spun shakes, all crafted from premium ingredients. The brand's commitment to sustainability and community engagement sets it apart in a competitive market. With numerous accolades, including recognition as one of the fastest-growing restaurant chains, Shake Shack continues to solidify its position as a leader in the gourmet burger segment, appealing to a diverse clientele seeking both flavour and quality.
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Industry Intensity
Hospitality has typical carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Hospitality industry has reduced its overall emissions by 22% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
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Shakeshack's reported carbon emissions
Shake Shack, a prominent player in the hotel and restaurant services sector, has reported its carbon emissions for recent years, primarily focusing on Scope 1 and Scope 2.
In 2024, the company recorded approximately 18.0 million kg CO2e for Scope 1 emissions and about 20.9 million kg CO2e for Scope 2 emissions. This represents a notable increase from the previous year, with Scope 1 emissions rising to approximately 14.2 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions to roughly 19.9 million kg CO2e in 2023.
Prior to this, in 2022, Shake Shack's Scope 1 emissions were approximately 13.4 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions stood at around 17.4 million kg CO2e. The market-based Scope 2 emissions for 2021 were approximately 14.4 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 12.1 million kg CO2e.
While the provided data does not include Scope 3 emissions, Shake Shack's climate commitments are outlined in their sustainability reports. The company has not yet established formal reduction targets with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or joined the Climate Pledge.
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