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updated a month ago

WM. Wrigley Jr. Company Sustainability Profile

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The WM. Wrigley Jr. Company, commonly known as Wrigley, is a leading player in the global confectionery industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1891, Wrigley has established itself as a pioneer in the chewing gum market, with a diverse portfolio that includes iconic brands such as Extra, Orbit, and Doublemint. With a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia, Wrigley is renowned for its innovative flavours and unique product offerings, which cater to a wide range of consumer preferences. The company has achieved significant milestones, including its acquisition by Mars, Incorporated in 2008, further solidifying its market position. Wrigley’s commitment to quality and sustainability continues to set it apart in the competitive confectionery landscape.

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57

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Sugar Products 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.

13

Industry Benchmark

WM. Wrigley Jr. Company's score of 57 is higher than 78% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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WM. Wrigley Jr. Company's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Mars, Incorporated

As of the latest available data, the WM. Wrigley Jr. Company does not report specific carbon emissions figures, as there are no emissions data provided. However, the company is a current subsidiary of Mars, Incorporated, which influences its climate commitments and initiatives. WM. Wrigley Jr. Company inherits its climate targets and performance metrics from Mars, Incorporated, which has established various sustainability initiatives. These include commitments to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), and the RE100 initiative, all of which are cascaded down from Mars, Incorporated. While specific reduction targets for WM. Wrigley Jr. Company are not detailed, the overarching goals set by Mars, Incorporated aim to significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes. This includes efforts to enhance energy efficiency, transition to renewable energy sources, and implement sustainable practices throughout their supply chain. In summary, while WM. Wrigley Jr. Company does not provide specific emissions data, it aligns with the broader climate commitments of its parent company, Mars, Incorporated, focusing on sustainability and emissions reduction initiatives.

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20122015202120232024
Scope 1
800
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000,000,000
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Scope 2
1,100
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
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Scope 3
12,200
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
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How Carbon Intensive is WM. Wrigley Jr. Company's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. WM. Wrigley Jr. Company's primary industry is Sugar Products, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is WM. Wrigley Jr. Company'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 WM. Wrigley Jr. Company is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

WM. Wrigley Jr. Company's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

WM. Wrigley Jr. Company's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 7% last year and increased significantly since 2012, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 76% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Purchased Goods and Services
76%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
17%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
5%
Capital Goods
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
<1%
Business Travel
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Use of Sold Products
<1%

WM. Wrigley Jr. Company'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.

WM. Wrigley Jr. Company 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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