Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, commonly known as Cracker Barrel, is a prominent player in the hotel and restaurant services industry, headquartered in Lebanon, Tennessee, USA. Founded in 1969, the company has established itself as a beloved destination for comfort food and Southern hospitality, with a significant presence across the United States.
Specialising in a unique blend of restaurant and retail experiences, Cracker Barrel offers a diverse menu featuring homestyle meals, alongside a country store filled with nostalgic gifts and local products. The brand is renowned for its warm, welcoming atmosphere and commitment to quality, making it a favourite among families and travellers alike.
With over 660 locations nationwide, Cracker Barrel has achieved notable milestones, including consistent recognition for its customer service and community involvement, solidifying its position as a leader in the casual dining sector.
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Industry Intensity
Hospitality has typical carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Hospitality industry has reduced its overall emissions by 22% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
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Cracker Barrel's reported carbon emissions
For the reporting year 2024, Cracker Barrel, a company in the hotel and restaurant services industry with its headquarters in the US, reported a total of approximately 1.40 billion kg CO2e. This total comprises Scope 1 emissions of approximately 100 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of about 195 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of approximately 1.21 billion kg CO2e. In the previous year, 2023, Cracker Barrel's Scope 1 emissions were approximately 90 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were about 239 million kg CO2e. The company's reporting for 2023 indicated that Scope 3 data was not fully disclosed, with missing data points including purchased goods and services, and employee commute. Further back, for the reporting year 2022, Scope 1 emissions were around 86 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 280 million kg CO2e. Similar to 2023, Scope 3 data was not fully disclosed for 2022. Cracker Barrel's emissions for 2021 were approximately 71 million kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 269 million kg CO2e for Scope 2. In 2020, Scope 1 emissions were around 70 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 267 million kg CO2e. Cracker Barrel's disclosed production emission factors for energy intensity, reported in m2, were 0.05295471 for 2024, 0.05016762 for 2023, 0.04923859 for 2022, and 0.0464515 for 2021. Currently, no specific reduction targets or SBTi (Science Based Targets initiative) commitments are publicly available for Cracker Barrel. The company's climate reporting does not indicate any cascaded data from a parent organisation.
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