Utz
Utz Quality Foods, commonly known as Utz, is a prominent player in the snack food industry, headquartered in Hanover, US. Founded in 1921, the company has established itself as a leader in producing a wide range of savoury snacks, including potato chips, pretzels, and cheese balls. Utz is renowned for its commitment to quality and flavour, utilising traditional recipes and high-quality ingredients that set its products apart in a competitive market. With a strong presence in the Mid-Atlantic and Northeastern regions of the United States, Utz has achieved significant milestones, including the expansion of its product line and strategic acquisitions. The brand is celebrated for its iconic snacks, which have garnered a loyal customer base and numerous industry accolades, solidifying its position as a trusted name in the snack food sector.
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Utz's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Utz reported total carbon emissions of approximately 236,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 70,379,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 22,700,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 207,900,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The total emissions for 2022 were higher, at about 254,500,000 kg CO2e, indicating a reduction in emissions year-on-year. Utz's Scope 1 and 2 emissions combined totalled approximately 90,194,000 kg CO2e in 2023, down from 108,188,200 kg CO2e in 2022. This reduction reflects a commitment to improving operational efficiency and reducing direct emissions. Despite these reductions, Utz has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The company continues to focus on its emissions intensity, which has shown improvement, with a reported emissions intensity of approximately 0.000059022 kg CO2e per USD of revenue in 2023. Overall, while Utz has made strides in reducing its carbon footprint, further transparency regarding long-term climate commitments and targets would enhance its sustainability profile.
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Add to project| 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 85,786,300 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 26,700,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 221,200,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Utz is not committed to any reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
