UPSIDE Foods Sustainability Profile
UPSIDE Foods, formerly known as Memphis Meats, is a pioneering leader in the cultivated meat industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2015, the company has made significant strides in developing sustainable, lab-grown meat products that aim to revolutionise food production. With major operations across the US, UPSIDE Foods focuses on creating high-quality meat alternatives that are both environmentally friendly and ethically produced. The company’s core offerings include cultivated chicken, beef, and duck, distinguished by their unique production methods that reduce the environmental impact associated with traditional livestock farming. UPSIDE Foods has garnered attention for its innovative approach, securing substantial investments and partnerships that position it as a frontrunner in the alternative protein market. With a commitment to sustainability and food security, UPSIDE Foods is shaping the future of meat consumption.
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Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the General Meat Products 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.
Industry Benchmark
UPSIDE Foods's score of 3 is lower than 76% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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UPSIDE Foods's reported carbon emissions
UPSIDE Foods, headquartered in the US, currently does not have publicly available carbon emissions data for the most recent year, nor does it report specific reduction targets or initiatives. The company has not disclosed any climate commitments or pledges, indicating a lack of formalised strategies in this area. As such, there are no emissions figures, such as Scope 1, 2, or 3 emissions, to report. In the context of the industry, many companies are increasingly focusing on sustainability and carbon reduction, often setting ambitious targets aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and other climate frameworks. However, without specific data or commitments from UPSIDE Foods, it is unclear how they are addressing climate change or their carbon footprint.
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UPSIDE Foods'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.
UPSIDE Foods 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.
