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Stonyfield

Stonyfield Farm, commonly known as Stonyfield, is a leading organic dairy company headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1983, Stonyfield has established itself as a pioneer in the organic yoghurt industry, focusing on sustainable farming practices and high-quality ingredients. The company operates primarily in the North American market, offering a diverse range of products, including organic yoghurts, smoothies, and dairy alternatives. Stonyfield's commitment to organic farming sets it apart, as it sources milk from family farms that prioritise environmental stewardship. With numerous accolades for its innovative products and dedication to health and sustainability, Stonyfield has secured a prominent position in the organic food sector. The brand continues to inspire consumers with its mission to provide delicious, nutritious options while promoting a healthier planet.

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35

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.

16

Industry Benchmark

Stonyfield's score of 35 is higher than 92% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Stonyfield's reported carbon emissions

Stonyfield Organic, headquartered in the US, has set ambitious climate commitments aimed at significantly reducing its carbon emissions. The company has pledged to reduce absolute greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions across all scopes—Scope 1, 2, and 3—by 30% by the year 2030, using 2017 as the baseline year. This commitment aligns with industry standards to mitigate climate change and is consistent with the reductions necessary to limit global warming to 2°C. In terms of emissions data, Stonyfield reported a total of approximately 1,734,735,000 kg CO2e in 2012, with emissions from Scope 1 at about 894,206,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at approximately 847,529,000 kg CO2e. By 2013, the company’s emissions included Scope 1 at about 460,256,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 778,566,000 kg CO2e, and a substantial Scope 3 total of about 17,000,000,000 kg CO2e. Stonyfield's commitment to reducing its carbon footprint reflects a proactive approach to sustainability within the food and beverage processing sector, demonstrating leadership in addressing climate change through measurable targets and accountability.

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20122013
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894,206,000
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Scope 2
847,529,000
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Scope 3
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Stonyfield's primary industry is Food products nec, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Stonyfield is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Stonyfield 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero

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