Yard House USA, Inc., a prominent player in the casual dining industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1996, the company has established itself as a leader in the restaurant sector, particularly known for its extensive selection of draft beers and a diverse menu that features American cuisine with a modern twist. With locations primarily across major metropolitan areas, Yard House has become synonymous with a vibrant dining experience. The restaurant chain prides itself on its unique offerings, including an impressive array of over 100 draft beers and a menu that caters to various dietary preferences. Notable achievements include being recognised for its innovative approach to food and beverage pairings, solidifying its market position as a go-to destination for both casual diners and beer enthusiasts alike.
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Yard House USA, Inc.'s score of 33 is higher than 64% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Yard House USA, Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for recent years. The company is a current subsidiary of Darden Restaurants, Inc., which provides emissions data and climate performance metrics at a cascade level of 1. However, no specific reduction targets or climate pledges have been documented for Yard House itself. As part of its corporate family, Yard House may align with broader sustainability initiatives and commitments established by Darden Restaurants, Inc. This includes potential participation in industry-standard frameworks such as the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), although specific details regarding emissions or reduction targets have not been disclosed. In summary, while Yard House USA, Inc. does not present its own emissions data or reduction commitments, it is positioned within a larger corporate structure that may influence its climate strategies and performance.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 313,827,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 470,107,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 |
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 68% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Yard House USA, 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.