Yum China
Yum China Holdings, Inc., a prominent player in the fast-food industry, is headquartered in Shanghai, CN. Established in 2016 as a spin-off from Yum! Brands, the company operates a diverse portfolio of well-known brands, including KFC, Pizza Hut, and Taco Bell, primarily across mainland China. With a focus on innovative dining experiences and localised menu offerings, Yum China has successfully adapted global concepts to cater to Chinese tastes. The company has achieved significant milestones, such as becoming the largest restaurant chain in China by sales, reflecting its strong market position. Yum China's commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, combined with its extensive network of over 10,000 restaurants, underscores its unique approach in the competitive landscape of the fast-food sector.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Yum China'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.
Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Hospitality 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.
Industry Benchmark
Yum China's score of 33 is higher than 96% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Yum China's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Yum China reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 10,102,062,000 kg CO2e, comprising 187,156,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 2,020,460,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 10,101,062,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a continued commitment to sustainability within the fast-food industry. Yum China has set ambitious climate targets, committing to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 63% by FY2035, using FY2020 as the baseline. Additionally, the company aims to cut Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods by 66.3% per tonne of goods purchased within the same timeframe. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to support global efforts to limit warming to 1.5°C. The company's emissions data indicates a proactive approach to managing its carbon footprint, with a focus on both direct and indirect emissions. As Yum China continues to expand its operations, these commitments are crucial for enhancing its sustainability profile and addressing the growing concerns around climate change in the restaurant sector.
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Add to project| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 106,793,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 2,081,431,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 10,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Yum China is committed to some reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
