Sysco
Sysco Corporation, headquartered in the United States, is a leading global distributor in the foodservice industry. Founded in 1969, Sysco has established a robust presence across North America, serving a diverse range of sectors including restaurants, healthcare, and educational institutions. The company offers an extensive portfolio of products, from fresh produce and meats to kitchen supplies and equipment, setting itself apart with a commitment to quality and sustainability. Sysco's innovative supply chain solutions and customer-centric approach have solidified its position as a market leader, recognised for its ability to meet the evolving needs of foodservice operators. With a focus on enhancing culinary experiences, Sysco continues to achieve significant milestones, reinforcing its reputation as a trusted partner in the foodservice landscape.
DitchCarbon Score
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Sysco's score of 31 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Sysco's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Sysco Corporation reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 102,900 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 1,620,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions also at approximately 1,620,000,000 kg CO2e. The majority of their emissions, around 75,000,000,000 kg CO2e, fall under Scope 3, which includes emissions from their supply chain and product use. Sysco has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 27.5% by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company has pledged that 67% of its suppliers, based on emissions from purchased goods and services and upstream transportation and distribution, will establish science-based targets by 2026. These targets align with the goal of limiting global warming to well below 2°C, reflecting Sysco's commitment to sustainable practices in the food and staples retailing sector.
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Add to project| 2019 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,620,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,620,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 75,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Sysco 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.
