Tyson Foods, Inc., a leading player in the global food industry, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across North America. Founded in 1935, the company has evolved into a major provider of protein-based food products, specialising in chicken, beef, and pork, alongside prepared foods.
With a commitment to quality and sustainability, Tyson Foods offers a diverse range of products, including fresh meats and value-added items that cater to both retail and foodservice sectors. The company is recognised for its innovative practices and has achieved significant milestones, such as being one of the largest meat processors in the world. Tyson Foods continues to strengthen its market position through strategic initiatives and a focus on responsible sourcing, making it a trusted name in the protein industry.
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Tyson Foods’s score of 17 is higher than 53% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Food Product Manufacturing is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Food Product Manufacturing industry has increased its overall emissions by 9% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2025
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Tyson Foods's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Tyson Foods reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 5.76 billion kg CO2e, comprising 3.56 billion kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2.2 billion kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 30% absolute reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, using 2016 as the base year. Additionally, Tyson Foods is targeting a 30% reduction in Scope 3 emissions per ton of finished meat, covering 80% of their Scope 3 inventory, by the same deadline. Tyson Foods is committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. This long-term goal aligns with their near-term targets, which are consistent with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and aim to limit global temperature rise to 2.0°C. The company has made progress in its reduction initiatives, with updates on their sustainability efforts published in annual reports. Overall, Tyson Foods is actively working towards significant emissions reductions while maintaining transparency in their climate commitments and progress.
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Tyson Foods’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
1 goal2050
The Company has set targets to achieve net-zero greenhouse g…
The Company has set targets to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions across its entire value chain by 2050.
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Emissions comparison with industry peers
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