Public Profile

West Liberty Foods

West Liberty Foods, a leading provider in the food manufacturing industry, is headquartered in the United States, with significant operations across various regions. Founded in 1996, the company has established itself as a key player in the production of high-quality, fully cooked meats and protein solutions, catering to both retail and foodservice sectors. Renowned for its innovative approach, West Liberty Foods offers a diverse range of products, including deli meats, sausages, and other protein-based items, all crafted with a commitment to quality and safety. The company’s state-of-the-art facilities and dedication to sustainability set it apart in a competitive market. With a strong market position, West Liberty Foods has achieved notable milestones, including partnerships with major retailers and a reputation for excellence in food safety and product development.

DitchCarbon Score

How does West Liberty Foods'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.

11

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

West Liberty Foods's score of 11 is lower than 67% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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West Liberty Foods's reported carbon emissions

In 2020, West Liberty Foods reported its greenhouse gas emissions, focusing on Scope 1 and 2 emissions. The company recorded approximately 0.1769 tonnes CO2e per 1,000 lbs of finished product. While specific total emissions figures are not provided, this metric highlights their operational impact in terms of production efficiency. Currently, West Liberty Foods has not established any formal reduction targets or commitments under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. This indicates a potential area for growth in their sustainability strategy, as many industry peers are increasingly setting ambitious targets to reduce their carbon footprint. As the food production sector faces mounting pressure to address climate change, West Liberty Foods may benefit from developing clear emissions reduction goals and initiatives to enhance their environmental performance and align with industry standards.

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. West Liberty Foods'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. West Liberty Foods 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.

West Liberty Foods 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.

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The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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