Public Profile

Vermont Shepherd

Vermont Shepherd, a renowned artisan cheese producer, is headquartered in the picturesque state of Vermont, USA. Founded in 1996, the company has established itself as a leader in the specialty cheese industry, focusing on the production of high-quality sheep's milk cheeses. With a commitment to traditional cheesemaking techniques, Vermont Shepherd offers a range of unique products, including their award-winning aged cheeses that showcase the rich flavours of the region. The company operates primarily in the Northeastern United States, where it has garnered a loyal following among cheese enthusiasts and culinary professionals alike. Vermont Shepherd's dedication to sustainable farming practices and its emphasis on small-batch production have positioned it as a notable player in the artisan cheese market, earning accolades for both quality and innovation.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Vermont Shepherd's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

7

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Sugar Processing 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.

10

Industry Benchmark

Vermont Shepherd's score of 7 is lower than 87% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Vermont Shepherd's reported carbon emissions

Vermont Shepherd currently does not have publicly available carbon emissions data for the most recent year, nor do they have specified reduction targets or commitments outlined in their initiatives. Without specific emissions figures or climate pledges, it is challenging to assess their carbon footprint or climate strategy. However, the absence of data may indicate a need for improved transparency in their environmental impact reporting. As the industry increasingly prioritises sustainability, Vermont Shepherd may benefit from establishing clear climate commitments and measurable reduction targets to align with best practices in carbon management.

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Vermont Shepherd's primary industry is Sugar, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Vermont Shepherd is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Vermont Shepherd 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.

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UN Global Compact

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