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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Industry Intensity
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Industry performance
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Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
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Wingstop's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Wingstop reported total emissions of approximately 4,655,000 kg CO2e, comprising 2,330,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2,325,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. In 2023, the company recorded total emissions of approximately 4,844,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 2,001,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 2,843,000 kg CO2e. Wingstop has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 25% by 2030 from a 2024 baseline. Additionally, the company has long-term goals to achieve net zero emissions for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 2050. Furthermore, it has committed to a more aggressive target of reducing absolute Scope 2 emissions by 63% by FY2035 from a FY2023 baseline. These targets are part of Wingstop's broader sustainability strategy, which aligns with industry standards for greenhouse gas emissions reductions. The company is actively working to measure and address its Scope 3 emissions, although specific data for these emissions is currently unavailable. All emissions data and reduction targets are sourced from Wingstop Inc., with no cascaded data from parent organizations.
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Wingstop’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2 goals2050
Our goal is to achieve net zero Scope 2 emissions by 2050
Our goal is to achieve net zero Scope 2 emissions by 2050
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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