Wendy's Global Inc. Sustainability Profile
Wendy's Global Inc., commonly known as Wendy's, is a prominent player in the fast-food industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1969, the company has established itself as a leader in the quick-service restaurant sector, with a significant presence across North America and expanding operations in international markets. Wendy's is renowned for its fresh, never-frozen beef patties, made-to-order burgers, and a diverse menu that includes salads, chicken sandwiches, and Frosty desserts. This commitment to quality and innovation has set Wendy's apart from its competitors, earning it a loyal customer base. With a strong market position, Wendy's has achieved notable milestones, including the introduction of the iconic "4 for $4" value meal and a successful rebranding strategy that emphasises its fresh ingredients. As a result, Wendy's continues to thrive in a competitive landscape, consistently ranking among the top fast-food chains globally.
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Wendy's Global Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year, as indicated by the absence of reported figures. The company is a current subsidiary of The Wendy's Company, which may influence its climate commitments and emissions reporting. Despite the lack of direct emissions data, Wendy's Global Inc. is part of a broader corporate family that has engaged in various climate initiatives. The emissions data and reduction targets are cascaded from The Wendy's Company, which is involved in several sustainability initiatives, including the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). However, specific reduction targets or achievements have not been disclosed. Wendy's Global Inc. has not publicly committed to any specific climate pledges or initiatives such as RE100 or CA100, which focus on renewable energy and climate accountability, respectively. The absence of detailed emissions data and reduction targets suggests that the company may still be in the early stages of formalising its climate strategy. In summary, while Wendy's Global Inc. is linked to a parent company that participates in climate initiatives, there is currently no available emissions data or specific reduction commitments to report.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 16,319,510 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 68,079,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 10,336,683,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Wendy's Global Inc.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Wendy's Global Inc.'s Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 1% last year and decreased by approximately 4% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 81% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Wendy's Global Inc.'s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Wendy's Global Inc. has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
