WH Group Limited Sustainability Profile
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
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Industry Benchmark
WH Group Limited's score of 15 is higher than 52% 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 2024, WH Group Limited reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,167,092,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 1,432,890,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, resulting in a combined total of around 4,599,981,000 kg CO2e. This reflects a slight increase from 2023, where emissions were approximately 2,835,906,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 1,597,937,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, totalling around 4,433,843,000 kg CO2e. In 2022, WH Group's emissions included approximately 2,957,489,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 986,770,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, with a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled around 29,699,786,000 kg CO2e. The total for Scope 1 and 2 in 2022 was approximately 3,944,259,000 kg CO2e. WH Group has not set specific reduction targets or climate pledges, and there are no emissions data cascaded from a parent company. The company is actively disclosing its emissions data, focusing on Scope 1 and 2, but has not reported on Scope 3 emissions in recent years. The emissions intensity for Scope 1 and 2 was reported at about 470 kg CO2e per tonne in 2024 and approximately 430 kg CO2e per tonne in 2023, indicating a need for ongoing monitoring and potential improvement in emissions management strategies.
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| 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 3,198,173,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,708,233,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - |
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WH Group Limited'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.
WH Group Limited 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.
