Vital Farms
Vital Farms, a leading player in the ethical food industry, is headquartered in the United States, with significant operations across various regions. Founded in 2007, the company has established itself as a pioneer in pasture-raised farming, focusing primarily on eggs and butter. Vital Farms is renowned for its commitment to animal welfare, offering products that come from hens raised on open pastures, which sets them apart in a competitive market. With a strong emphasis on sustainability and transparency, Vital Farms has garnered a loyal customer base and achieved notable milestones, including partnerships with local farmers and certifications that highlight their ethical practices. Their core offerings, including pasture-raised eggs and grass-fed butter, are celebrated for their superior quality and taste, reinforcing the brand's position as a trusted name in the organic food sector.
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Vital Farms's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Vital Farms reported total carbon emissions of approximately 253,847,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 5,426,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 2,309,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 253,847,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. The Scope 3 emissions were significantly influenced by purchased goods and services, which accounted for about 214,822,000 kg CO2e, alongside other categories such as use of sold products and upstream transportation. In 2022, the company recorded total emissions of about 168,375,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 1,955,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 3,983,000 kg CO2e. The previous year, 2021, saw total emissions of approximately 152,976,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions at 1,250,000 kg CO2e and 1,179,000 kg CO2e, respectively. Despite these figures, Vital Farms has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests a need for further clarity on their long-term sustainability strategies. The company operates within a sector increasingly focused on reducing carbon footprints, highlighting the importance of transparent climate action plans in the industry.
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Add to project| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,250,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,179,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 152,976,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Vital Farms is committed to some 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.
