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United Natural Foods, Inc. (UNFI) is a leading distributor in the food products nec industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1976, UNFI has established itself as a key player in the natural and organic food sector, serving a diverse range of customers across North America.
With a focus on providing high-quality products, UNFI offers an extensive portfolio that includes organic groceries, specialty foods, and health and wellness items. Their commitment to sustainability and innovation sets them apart in a competitive market.
UNFI's strategic acquisitions and partnerships have solidified its position as a market leader, enabling the company to achieve significant milestones in growth and service expansion. As a trusted supplier, UNFI continues to shape the future of the food industry with its dedication to quality and customer satisfaction.
42
DitchCarbon score
+25 vs industry average
Unfi’s score of 42 is higher than 64% 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
Very High
Food Product Manufacturing is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
0.397
20182025
The Food Product Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 22% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
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Reported emissions
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Unfi's reported carbon emissions
UNFI, a US-based food products company, reported its 2024 carbon emissions as approximately 26.3 billion kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 334.1 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) of around 120.4 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of approximately 25.9 billion kg CO2e.
Looking back, UNFI's total emissions in 2023 were about 25.0 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at roughly 344.1 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 (market-based) at around 137.4 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at approximately 24.6 billion kg CO2e. In 2022, the company's total emissions were about 25.6 billion kg CO2e, comprising Scope 1 emissions of around 368.9 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 (market-based) of roughly 194.7 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of approximately 25.1 billion kg CO2e.
UNFI has set several climate commitments. The company aims to achieve net-zero emissions by 2030 for Scope 1 and 2, and a longer-term net-zero goal by 2050 for Scope 1 and 2 emissions.
Their near-term Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) commitments, verified for United Natural Foods, Inc. and categorised as "Well-below 2°C", include:
- A 50% absolute reduction in Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions from all other emission sources by fiscal year (FY) 2030, using a FY2020 base year.
- A 38% intensity reduction in Scope 1 and 3 heavy freight well-to-wheel (WTW) GHG emissions from transportation per tonne-kilometre by FY2030, from a FY2020 base year.
- A 25% absolute reduction in Scope 3 GHG emissions from purchased goods and services by FY2030, from a FY2020 base year.
Additional reduction targets include a 30% reduction in distribution centre energy intensity from a 2020 baseline by 2030, and achieving zero waste to landfill in distribution centre operations by 2030. UNFI has also set a target to reduce food waste from its distribution centres by 50% by the end of FY2025, using a FY2022 baseline.
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Unfi’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
4 goals2030
50% reduction in Scope 2
UNFI also commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions from all other emission sources 50% by FY2030 from a FY2020 base year.
On track50%
2030
50% reduction in Scope 1
UNFI also commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions from all other emission sources 50% by FY2030 from a FY2020 base year.
Behind target50%
2030
38% reduction in scope 3 downstream
UNFI commits to reduce scope 1 and 3 heavy freight well-to-wheel (WTW) GHG emissions from transportation 38% per tonne kilometer by FY2030 f…
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Climate initiatives
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