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Pork Processing
US
updated 2 months ago

Williams Sausage Company, Inc. Sustainability Profile

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Williams Sausage Company, Inc., a prominent name in the meat processing industry, is headquartered in the United States. Established in 1958, the company has built a strong reputation for producing high-quality sausages and meat products, serving major operational regions across the US. Specialising in a diverse range of sausages, including breakfast links and smoked varieties, Williams Sausage distinguishes itself through its commitment to traditional recipes and superior ingredients. The company has achieved notable milestones, including expanding its product line and enhancing its distribution network, solidifying its position in the competitive market. With a focus on quality and customer satisfaction, Williams Sausage Company continues to be a trusted choice for consumers seeking authentic and flavourful meat products.

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How does Williams Sausage Company, Inc.'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.

14

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.

10

Industry Benchmark

Williams Sausage Company, Inc.'s score of 14 is higher than 60% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Williams Sausage Company, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Tyson Foods, Inc.

Williams Sausage Company, Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. The company is a current subsidiary of Tyson Foods, Inc., and any emissions data or climate commitments may be inherited from this parent organisation. As of now, Williams Sausage Company has not established specific reduction targets or initiatives, nor does it have any documented climate pledges. The absence of direct emissions data suggests that the company may rely on the broader sustainability efforts and targets set by Tyson Foods, Inc., which may include commitments to reduce greenhouse gas emissions across their operations. Given the lack of specific emissions data and reduction initiatives, it is essential for Williams Sausage Company to align with industry standards and consider adopting science-based targets to enhance its climate commitments in the future.

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20152016201720182019202020212022
Scope 1
3,090,000,000
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0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
Scope 2
2,650,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
Scope 3
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-
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-
00,000,000,000
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-
-

How Carbon Intensive is Williams Sausage Company, Inc.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Williams Sausage Company, Inc.'s primary industry is Pork Processing, which is very high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Williams Sausage Company, Inc.'s Location?

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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 Williams Sausage Company, Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Williams Sausage Company, Inc.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 96% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2019
Purchased Goods and Services
96%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
2%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
<1%
Investments
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Capital Goods
<1%
Business Travel
<1%

Williams Sausage Company, Inc.'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.

Williams Sausage Company, Inc. 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.

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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