Sodexo

Sodexo Carbon Emissions and Climate Commitments

Sodexo, a leader in the Community Food Services industry, has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint through comprehensive emissions reporting and ambitious climate targets.

Latest Emissions Data:

For the fiscal year 2025, Sodexo reported total global greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 10.1 billion kg CO2e. This figure encompasses:

• Scope 1 emissions: Approximately 90.2 million kg CO2e.
• Scope 2 emissions: Approximately 3.9 million kg CO2e (market-based) and 22.8 million kg CO2e (location-based).
• Scope 3 emissions: Approximately 9.99 billion kg CO2e, with purchased goods and services being the largest contributor at approximately 7.17 billion kg CO2e.

In fiscal year 2024, total global emissions were approximately 10.47 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 93.8 million kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions at approximately 10.36 billion kg CO2e.

Climate Commitments and Targets:

Sodexo has set significant targets to mitigate its climate impact, aligning with global efforts to combat climate change. These commitments include:

• Near-Term Reduction Targets: Sodexo has committed to reducing its direct and indirect greenhouse gas emissions (Scopes 1, 2, and 3) by 34% by 2025, compared to a 2017 baseline. This target is approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and aligns with a trajectory to limit global warming to 1.5°C.
• Net-Zero Commitment: Sodexo is pursuing a long-term goal of achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2040. This commitment has been formalized with the SBTi.

Reduction Achievements and Initiatives:

• Sodexo has achieved a 24% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 carbon emissions between 2017 and 2022.
• A 27% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services was noted between 2017 and 2022 for on-site services.
• The company aims to increase its annual sourcing of renewable electricity to 100% by 2025.
• Sodexo has also committed to reducing absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 55% by 2030 from a 2017 baseline, and a 90% reduction by 2045.

Sodexo's emissions data and climate commitments are robust, demonstrating a proactive approach to sustainability within the community food services sector.