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Pork Processing
HK
updated 8 days ago

WH Group Limited

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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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4

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.

9

Industry Benchmark

WH Group Limited's score of 4 is lower than 94% 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 around 2,030,585,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. In the United States, the company’s emissions were notably higher, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 2,957,489,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at about 986,770,000 kg CO2e, and a substantial Scope 3 total of approximately 29,699,786,000 kg CO2e. WH Group has not set specific reduction targets or climate pledges, and there are no documented initiatives aimed at reducing emissions. The company’s emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organisation, indicating that all reported figures are directly from WH Group Limited. The company operates with a revenue of approximately USD 28,136,000,000, which highlights the scale of its operations in relation to its carbon footprint. As WH Group continues to navigate its environmental impact, the absence of formal reduction commitments may present challenges in aligning with global climate goals.

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2022
Scope 1
3,513,674,000
Scope 2
2,030,585,000
Scope 3
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. WH Group Limited's primary industry is Products of meat pigs, which is very high 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. This request for WH Group Limited is in HK, which we do not have grid emissions data for.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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