Sysco Corporation Sustainability Profile
Sysco Corporation, a leading global foodservice distributor, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across North America, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 1969, Sysco has established itself as a pivotal player in the foodservice industry, providing a comprehensive range of products and services tailored to restaurants, healthcare facilities, and educational institutions. With a diverse portfolio that includes fresh produce, frozen foods, and kitchen supplies, Sysco stands out for its commitment to quality and sustainability. The company has achieved significant milestones, including numerous acquisitions that have expanded its market reach and product offerings. Recognised for its innovative solutions and exceptional customer service, Sysco continues to maintain a strong market position, serving as a trusted partner for foodservice operators worldwide.
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Sysco Corporation's score of 25 is higher than 57% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Sysco Corporation's reported carbon emissions
In 2019, Sysco Corporation, headquartered in the United States, reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 72,000,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 1,300,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, primarily from mobile combustion (1,131,000,000 kg CO2e) and fugitive emissions (130,000,000 kg CO2e). Scope 2 emissions from purchased electricity accounted for about 320,000,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 3 emissions, which are significantly larger, totalled approximately 70,400,000,000 kg CO2e, with the majority arising from purchased goods and services (63,360,000,000 kg CO2e). Sysco has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 27.5% by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. This target is aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and includes biogenic emissions and removals from bioenergy feedstocks. Additionally, Sysco is committed to ensuring that 67% of its suppliers, based on emissions from purchased goods and services and upstream transportation and distribution, will have science-based targets by 2026. These commitments reflect Sysco's proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint within the food and staples retailing sector.
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| Scope 1 | 1,300,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 320,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 70,400,000,000 |
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Sysco Corporation's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 90% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Sysco Corporation'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.
Sysco Corporation has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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