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Sugar Processing
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Sunkist

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Sunkist Growers, Inc., commonly known as Sunkist, is a prominent agricultural cooperative headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1893, Sunkist has established itself as a leader in the citrus industry, primarily operating in California and Arizona. The cooperative is renowned for its high-quality citrus fruits, including oranges, lemons, and grapefruits, which are celebrated for their exceptional taste and nutritional value. With a commitment to sustainable farming practices, Sunkist has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of innovative farming techniques and a strong focus on food safety. The brand's unique positioning in the market is underscored by its extensive distribution network and strong partnerships with retailers. Sunkist continues to be a trusted name in fresh produce, recognised for its dedication to quality and excellence in the citrus sector.

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How does Sunkist'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.

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.

7

Industry Benchmark

Sunkist's score of 8 is lower than 66% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Sunkist's reported carbon emissions

Sunkist, headquartered in the US, currently does not report any specific carbon emissions data, as there are no available figures for kg CO2e emissions. Additionally, there are no documented reduction targets or climate pledges outlined in their sustainability initiatives. This lack of data suggests that Sunkist may not have established formal commitments to reduce carbon emissions or may not publicly disclose such information at this time. As the industry increasingly prioritises climate action, Sunkist's future commitments and strategies will be crucial for aligning with global sustainability standards.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Sunkist's primary industry is Sugar, which is high 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. This request for Sunkist is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Sunkist is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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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