Campbell Soup Company, commonly known as Campbell's, is a leading player in the food and beverage industry, headquartered in Camden, New Jersey, USA. Founded in 1869, the company has evolved significantly, marking key milestones such as the introduction of its iconic condensed soup in 1897. Campbell's operates primarily in North America, focusing on the production of soups, sauces, and snacks. Its core products, including the beloved Campbell's Soup, are distinguished by their quality ingredients and rich flavours, catering to diverse consumer preferences. With a strong market position, Campbell's has garnered numerous accolades for innovation and sustainability, solidifying its reputation as a trusted brand. The company continues to adapt to changing consumer trends, ensuring its legacy in the food industry remains robust.
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In 2024, Campbell Soup Company reported total carbon emissions of approximately 5.5 billion kg CO2e, comprising 465,711,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 64,461,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 4,969,415,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This represents a significant commitment to reducing their carbon footprint, with a target to cut absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 42% by FY2030 from a FY2020 baseline. Additionally, they aim to reduce Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services and upstream transportation and distribution by 25% within the same timeframe. In 2023, the company reported total emissions of approximately 6.7 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 446,423,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at 195,493,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at 6,066,396,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a slight decrease in emissions compared to the previous year, reflecting their ongoing efforts to improve sustainability. Campbell Soup has also set a long-term goal to achieve net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. Their initiatives include a commitment to halve food waste by FY2030 compared to FY2017 levels, demonstrating a comprehensive approach to sustainability and climate action. The data reported is sourced from The Campbell's Company, ensuring accuracy and consistency in their emissions reporting.
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| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 432,900,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 328,293,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 10,314,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Campbell Soup's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 18% last year and increased significantly since 2014, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. 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 69% 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.
Campbell Soup has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.


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