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Sun-Maid Sustainability Profile

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Sun-Maid Growers of California, commonly known as Sun-Maid, is a leading player in the dried fruit industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1912, the company has established itself as a trusted name in the production of high-quality raisins and other dried fruits, serving both domestic and international markets. With a commitment to quality and sustainability, Sun-Maid offers a diverse range of products, including organic and conventional raisins, apricots, and figs. Their unique sun-drying process enhances the natural sweetness and flavour of the fruits, setting them apart in a competitive market. Recognised for its innovation and dedication to health-conscious consumers, Sun-Maid has achieved significant milestones, including expanding its product line to cater to evolving dietary preferences. Today, the brand remains a household name, celebrated for its rich heritage and commitment to excellence in the dried fruit sector.

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8

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Sugar Processing 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.

9

Industry Benchmark

Sun-Maid's score of 8 is lower than 58% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Sun-Maid's reported carbon emissions

Sun-Maid, headquartered in the US, currently does not have available carbon emissions data for the most recent year. As a result, specific figures regarding their total emissions, including Scope 1, 2, and 3, are not provided. In terms of climate commitments, there are no documented reduction targets or initiatives listed, indicating a potential area for development in their sustainability strategy. The absence of data suggests that Sun-Maid may not yet have established formal climate pledges or targets, which are increasingly common in the industry. As the company moves forward, it may benefit from setting measurable goals aligned with industry standards to enhance its environmental impact and transparency.

How Carbon Intensive is Sun-Maid's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Sun-Maid's primary industry is Sugar Processing, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Sun-Maid's Location?

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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. This request for Sun-Maid is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Sun-Maid's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Sun-Maid has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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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