Wingstop
Wingstop Inc., commonly known as Wingstop, is a prominent player in the fast-casual dining industry, specialising in chicken wings. Founded in 1994 and headquartered in the United States, Wingstop has expanded its operations across major regions, including North America and internationally. The brand is renowned for its diverse range of flavours, offering customers a unique experience with each bite. With a commitment to quality, Wingstop serves freshly cooked, made-to-order wings, complemented by hand-cut fries and a selection of dipping sauces. The company has achieved significant milestones, including rapid franchise growth and recognition as a leader in the chicken wing segment. Wingstop's dedication to flavour innovation and customer satisfaction has solidified its market position, making it a favourite among wing enthusiasts.
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Wingstop's score of 34 is higher than 94% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Wingstop's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Wingstop reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 4,844,000 kg CO2e, which includes 2,001,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2,843,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This data highlights the company's ongoing commitment to transparency in its carbon footprint. Wingstop has set ambitious climate targets, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2020 as the baseline year. This target has been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and aligns with the goal of limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Additionally, the company is committed to measuring and reducing its Scope 3 emissions, although specific data on these emissions has not been disclosed. As part of its sustainability efforts, Wingstop is actively working to enhance its environmental performance and reduce its overall carbon footprint, reflecting a growing trend within the restaurant industry to address climate change proactively.
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| 2023 | |
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| Scope 1 | 2,001,000 |
| Scope 2 | 2,843,000 |
| Scope 3 | - |
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