Smithfield Foods
Smithfield Foods, officially known as Smithfield Foods, Inc., is a leading player in the global food industry, headquartered in Smithfield, Virginia. Established in 1936, the company has grown to become one of the largest pork producers in the world, with significant operations across the United States and internationally. Specialising in the production of fresh pork, packaged meats, and a variety of value-added products, Smithfield Foods is renowned for its commitment to quality and sustainability. The company’s innovative practices in animal husbandry and food safety set it apart in a competitive market. With a strong market position, Smithfield Foods has achieved numerous accolades for its products and corporate responsibility initiatives, solidifying its reputation as a trusted name in the meat industry.
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Smithfield Foods's score of 17 is higher than 61% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Smithfield Foods's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Smithfield Foods reported approximately 237,565 tonnes CO2e in Scope 1 emissions. This figure reflects a significant reduction from previous years, particularly from 2022, when their total emissions reached about 5.54 million tonnes CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 225,874 tonnes and Scope 2 emissions at about 2.03 million tonnes. Over the years, Smithfield has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. For instance, in 2020, the company reported Scope 1 emissions of around 3.06 million tonnes and Scope 2 emissions of about 1.00 million tonnes, indicating a downward trend in emissions. Smithfield Foods has not publicly committed to net-zero emissions but has engaged in various initiatives aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The company has been involved in the CDP (formerly Carbon Disclosure Project) and has received varying scores for its climate-related disclosures, with a score of "C" in 2021 and "D" in 2023, indicating room for improvement in transparency and action. Overall, while Smithfield Foods has made strides in reducing its emissions, ongoing efforts and clearer commitments will be essential for further progress in addressing climate change within the food production sector.
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Add to project2007 | 2008 | 2009 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,153,634,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 0,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - |
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Smithfield Foods is committed to some reduction initiatives 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.
