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Tim Hortons Inc. Sustainability Profile

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Tim Hortons Inc., often referred to simply as Tim Hortons, is a prominent Canadian multinational coffeehouse chain headquartered in Canada. Established in 1964, the company has grown to become a leader in the quick-service restaurant industry, primarily operating in Canada and the United States, with a growing presence in international markets. Renowned for its signature coffee and freshly baked goods, Tim Hortons offers a diverse menu that includes breakfast items, sandwiches, and beverages. The brand's commitment to quality and community engagement has solidified its position as a beloved staple in Canadian culture. With over 4,000 locations, Tim Hortons continues to achieve notable milestones, including its expansion into new markets and innovative product offerings, reinforcing its status as a key player in the global coffee and fast-food landscape.

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69

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Hospitality 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.

28

Industry Benchmark

Tim Hortons Inc.'s score of 69 is higher than 88% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Tim Hortons Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Restaurant Brands International Inc.

Tim Hortons Inc., headquartered in Canada, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. The company is a current subsidiary of Restaurant Brands International Inc., which may influence its climate commitments and emissions reporting. As of now, Tim Hortons has not publicly disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives related to carbon emissions. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests that the company may be in the early stages of developing a comprehensive climate strategy. Tim Hortons' climate commitments may be informed by initiatives from its parent company, Restaurant Brands International Inc., which has established various sustainability goals. However, specific details regarding these initiatives or any cascading targets from the parent company have not been provided. In summary, while Tim Hortons Inc. is part of a larger corporate family that may have climate commitments, there is currently no available emissions data or specific reduction targets for the company itself.

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20192021202220232024
Scope 1
42,910,000
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Scope 2
22,563,000
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00,000
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Scope 3
29,612,458,000
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How Carbon Intensive is Tim Hortons Inc.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Tim Hortons Inc.'s primary industry is Hospitality, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Tim Hortons 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 Tim Hortons Inc. is in CA, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Tim Hortons Inc.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Tim Hortons Inc.'s Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 105% last year and increased by approximately 93% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 67% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 41% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
41%
Franchises
8%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Downstream Leased Assets
<1%

Tim Hortons 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.

Tim Hortons 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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