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 lower than 91% 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 35,136,740,000 kg CO2e globally. This figure includes 3,513,674,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and 2,030,585,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, resulting in a combined total of 5,544,259,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2. Additionally, Scope 3 emissions were reported at approximately 29,699,786,000 kg CO2e. In the United States, the company’s emissions were approximately 2,957,489,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 986,770,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 29,699,786,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3, leading to a total of about 3,944,259,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 combined. In China, WH Group's emissions included approximately 422,669,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 833,655,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, resulting in a total of about 1,256,324,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2. Despite these substantial emissions, WH Group has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests a need for further transparency regarding their strategies for addressing climate change.
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| 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.
