US Foods, a leading foodservice distributor, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across North America. Founded in 1989, the company has established itself as a key player in the food distribution industry, serving a diverse range of customers, including restaurants, healthcare facilities, and educational institutions.
With a robust portfolio of over 350,000 products, US Foods offers unique solutions that cater to the specific needs of its clients, including fresh produce, meat, and dairy products. The company is renowned for its commitment to quality and innovation, providing tailored services that enhance operational efficiency for its customers.
As one of the largest foodservice distributors in the country, US Foods has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for sustainability and customer service excellence, solidifying its position as a trusted partner in the food industry.
+27 vs industry average
Us Foods’s score of 53 is higher than 75% 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
Wholesale Trade has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Wholesale Trade industry has increased its overall emissions by 53% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Us Foods's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, US Foods reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 786,059,000 kg CO2e, comprising 638,894,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 147,165,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has set an ambitious target to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 32.5% by 2032, using 2019 as the base year. As of 2023, US Foods has achieved a 13% reduction in emissions from this base year, indicating progress towards its long-term goal. US Foods is committed to ensuring that 67% of its suppliers, based on emissions from purchased goods and services, will have science-based targets by 2027. This commitment aligns with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflects the company's dedication to addressing climate change comprehensively across its supply chain. The company has not disclosed Scope 3 emissions data, which typically includes indirect emissions from sources such as the supply chain and product use. However, US Foods continues to focus on transparency and accountability in its sustainability efforts, as evidenced by its detailed reporting and commitment to reducing its carbon footprint.
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Us Foods’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
1 goal2032
13% reduction in scope 3 total
US Foods reduced GHG emissions 13% from a 2019 base year – 40% of the way toward achieving our goal to reduce Scopes 1 and 2 emissions 32.5%…
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
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