WH Group Limited
WH Group Limited, headquartered in Hong Kong, is a leading player in the global food industry, primarily focusing on the production and processing of pork. Founded in 1958, the company has established a strong presence in major operational regions, including China, the United States, and Europe. As the world's largest pork producer, WH Group is renowned for its core products, which include fresh and processed pork, as well as a range of value-added food products. The company’s commitment to quality and innovation sets it apart in a competitive market. With significant milestones such as its acquisition of Smithfield Foods in 2013, WH Group has solidified its market position, achieving notable recognition for its sustainable practices and extensive supply chain management. This dedication to excellence continues to drive the company’s growth and influence in the global food sector.
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Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Pork 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.
Industry Benchmark
WH Group Limited's score of 9 is higher than 82% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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WH Group Limited's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, WH Group Limited reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 5,544,259,000 kg CO2e globally. This figure includes about 3,513,674,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and about 2,030,585,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. In China, the company emitted around 1,256,324,000 kg CO2e from both Scope 1 and Scope 2 sources, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 422,669,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 833,655,000 kg CO2e. In the United States, WH Group's emissions were notably higher, with Scope 1 emissions at around 2,957,489,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 986,770,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 29,699,786,000 kg CO2e. Despite these substantial emissions, WH Group has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The company’s emissions intensity metrics suggest a focus on improving efficiency, with a reported GHG emissions intensity of about 620.0 kg CO2e per tonne of sales product. WH Group's headquarters is located in Hong Kong, and while the company is actively monitoring its emissions, further details on its long-term climate commitments remain unspecified.
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| 2022 | |
|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 3,513,674,000 |
| Scope 2 | 2,030,585,000 |
| Scope 3 | - |
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WH Group Limited is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
