Cracker Barrel Sustainability Profile
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, commonly known as Cracker Barrel, is a prominent American restaurant and retail chain headquartered in Lebanon, Tennessee. Founded in 1969, the company has established itself as a leader in the casual dining industry, particularly in the Southern United States, where it operates over 660 locations. Cracker Barrel is renowned for its homestyle cooking, featuring a menu rich in traditional Southern fare, alongside a unique retail store offering a variety of gifts and nostalgic items. The brand's commitment to quality and a warm, welcoming atmosphere has garnered a loyal customer base, making it a staple for families and travellers alike. With a focus on comfort food and a distinctive country-themed dining experience, Cracker Barrel has achieved notable recognition, including consistent rankings in customer satisfaction. Its blend of dining and shopping creates a unique market position, setting it apart from typical restaurant chains.
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Cracker Barrel's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Cracker Barrel reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1.5 billion kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 99.7 million kg CO2e, primarily from stationary combustion, which accounted for approximately 72.9 million kg CO2e. Scope 2 emissions, derived from purchased electricity, were about 194.7 million kg CO2e. The most significant contributor to their carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, which totalled approximately 1.2 billion kg CO2e, with purchased goods and services being the largest category at about 944 million kg CO2e. In 2023, Cracker Barrel's total emissions were approximately 329.5 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 90.2 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 239.3 million kg CO2e. The company has not disclosed Scope 3 emissions for that year. Cracker Barrel has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments, and there are no reported SBTi (Science Based Targets initiative) reduction targets. The company’s emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organisation, indicating that all reported figures are directly from Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc. Overall, Cracker Barrel's emissions profile highlights the need for enhanced climate strategies, particularly in managing Scope 3 emissions, which represent the majority of their carbon footprint.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 70,152,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 267,237,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 |
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Cracker Barrel's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
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 78% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Cracker Barrel'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.
Cracker Barrel 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.
