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Dairy Processing
US
updated 8 months ago

The Dannon Company, Inc. Sustainability Profile

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The Dannon Company, Inc., commonly known as Dannon, is a leading player in the dairy industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1942, Dannon has established itself as a pioneer in the production of yoghurt and dairy-based products, with a strong presence across North America and significant operations in various regions. Dannon is renowned for its innovative offerings, including its popular Greek yoghurt lines and probiotic-rich products, which cater to health-conscious consumers. The company has achieved notable milestones, such as being one of the first to introduce probiotic yoghurt to the American market, solidifying its position as a trusted brand in the dairy sector. With a commitment to quality and sustainability, Dannon continues to thrive, making significant contributions to the health and wellness of its customers.

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96

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Dairy 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.

10

Industry Benchmark

The Dannon Company, Inc.'s score of 96 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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The Dannon Company, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Danone S.A.

The Dannon Company, Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. However, it is important to note that Dannon is a current subsidiary of Danone S.A., which has established various climate commitments and reduction initiatives that may influence Dannon's sustainability efforts. Danone S.A. has set ambitious targets for reducing greenhouse gas emissions across its operations, which include Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. These targets are cascaded down to Dannon, reflecting the company's commitment to sustainability and climate action. While specific reduction targets for Dannon are not detailed, the overarching goals from Danone include significant reductions in emissions as part of their Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) commitments. Dannon's climate initiatives are aligned with Danone's broader sustainability strategies, which encompass various frameworks such as the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), RE100, and Climate Action 100+. These initiatives aim to enhance transparency and accountability in emissions reporting and reduction efforts. In summary, while The Dannon Company, Inc. does not currently report specific emissions data, it is part of a corporate family that is actively engaged in climate commitments and reduction initiatives through Danone S.A.

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Scope 2
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How Carbon Intensive is The Dannon Company, Inc.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. The Dannon Company, Inc.'s primary industry is Dairy products, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is The Dannon Company, Inc.'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 The Dannon Company, Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

The Dannon Company, Inc.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

The Dannon Company, Inc.'s Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 8% last year and increased significantly since 2009, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. 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 78% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
78%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
12%
Use of Sold Products
4%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
4%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
1%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%

The Dannon Company, Inc.'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.

The Dannon Company, Inc. 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
Reduction Actions

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