Ssp
Ssp, officially known as SSP Group plc, is a leading operator in the food and beverage sector, headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1961, the company has established a strong presence in travel locations across Europe, North America, and Asia, providing high-quality dining experiences in airports and railway stations. Specialising in a diverse range of food services, SSP offers unique brands and concepts that cater to various tastes and preferences, ensuring a memorable experience for travellers. The company is recognised for its commitment to sustainability and innovation, setting it apart in a competitive market. With numerous awards and accolades, SSP continues to solidify its position as a market leader, dedicated to enhancing the food travel experience globally.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Ssp's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Food Product Manufacturing 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.
Industry Benchmark
Ssp's score of 54 is lower than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Ssp's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, SSP Group reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,124,571,000 kg CO2e globally, with specific emissions breakdowns of 12,503,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 67,048,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and a significant 1,045,019,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This represents a notable increase from previous years, where in 2022, total emissions were about 873,163,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 15,422,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 83,175,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 774,565,000 kg CO2e. SSP Group has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by FY2040, using FY2019 as the baseline year. The company has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 60% by FY2032 and Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services and capital goods by 35% within the same timeframe. Long-term, SSP Group aims for a 90% reduction in absolute emissions across all scopes by FY2040. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are consistent with the reductions necessary to limit global warming to 1.5°C.
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Ssp 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.
