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The Gatorade Company, Inc. Sustainability Profile

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The Gatorade Company, Inc., a subsidiary of PepsiCo, is a leading player in the sports drink industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1965, Gatorade has established itself as a pioneer in hydration solutions, catering primarily to athletes and active individuals. With a strong presence across North America and expanding operations globally, the company focuses on developing innovative products that enhance performance and recovery. Gatorade's core offerings include a diverse range of electrolyte-rich beverages and energy chews, designed to replenish fluids and nutrients lost during physical activity. What sets Gatorade apart is its commitment to scientific research and development, ensuring that each product meets the specific needs of athletes. Recognised for its market leadership, Gatorade has consistently achieved notable milestones, including partnerships with major sports leagues and endorsements from elite athletes, solidifying its position as a trusted brand in sports nutrition.

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83

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Beverage Manufacturing 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.

25

Industry Benchmark

The Gatorade Company, Inc.'s score of 83 is higher than 90% 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 Gatorade Company, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from PepsiCo, Inc.

The Gatorade Company, Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for recent years. However, as a subsidiary of PepsiCo, Inc., it inherits emissions data and climate commitments from its parent company. PepsiCo has set ambitious climate targets, including commitments to reduce greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are cascaded down to The Gatorade Company, Inc. This includes initiatives aimed at achieving significant reductions in Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions, although specific figures for Gatorade are not disclosed. The Gatorade Company, Inc. is part of PepsiCo's broader sustainability efforts, which include commitments to renewable energy and water conservation. While no specific reduction targets or achievements for Gatorade are listed, the company's climate initiatives are informed by PepsiCo's overarching strategies and goals.

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20152021202220232024
Scope 1
3,757,530,000
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Scope 2
1,968,184,000
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000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 3
49,549,162,000
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00,000,000,000
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How Carbon Intensive is The Gatorade Company, Inc.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. The Gatorade Company, Inc.'s primary industry is Beverage Manufacturing, which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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

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

The Gatorade Company, Inc.'s Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 1% last year and increased by approximately 9% since 2015, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 73602% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Purchased Goods and Services
73602%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
12997%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
3197%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
2737%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
1851%
Capital Goods
1819%

The Gatorade 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 Gatorade 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
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