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.
+15 vs industry average
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Industry Intensity
Sugar Processing is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Sugar Processing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 2% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Vital Farms's reported carbon emissions
Vital Farms's total carbon emissions for 2024 were approximately 672.5 million kg CO2e. This figure encompasses Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. The company reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 5.8 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of about 2.4 million kg CO2e, and substantial Scope 3 emissions totalling approximately 664.3 million kg CO2e. Within Scope 3, purchased goods and services represented the largest category, at around 566.8 million kg CO2e, followed by upstream transportation and distribution at approximately 50.5 million kg CO2e, and the use of sold products at about 16.7 million kg CO2e. For 2023, Vital Farms reported total emissions of approximately 264.5 million kg CO2e. This included Scope 1 emissions of about 5.4 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 2.3 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of roughly 259.3 million kg CO2e. The dominant Scope 3 category for 2023 was purchased goods and services, amounting to approximately 214.8 million kg CO2e. In 2022, the company's total emissions were approximately 174.3 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 2.0 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 4.0 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at about 168.4 million kg CO2e. Vital Farms has established a greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction goal to decrease its operational (Scope 1 & 2) emissions intensity by 25% by 2027, using 2022 as the base year. This target applies to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions individually. The company's reporting indicates that it is not on track to meet this two-year target.
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Vital Farms’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2 goals2027
25% reduction in Scope 2
In 2023, we set a greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction goal to reduce our operational (scope 1 & 2) emissions intensity by 25% by 2027 f…
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
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Climate Action 100
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