Heinz, officially known as the H.J. Heinz Company, is a leading player in the food products nec industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1869, Heinz has established itself as a household name, renowned for its iconic ketchup and a diverse range of sauces, condiments, and meals. With major operational regions spanning North America, Europe, and Asia, the company has achieved significant milestones, including its merger with Kraft Foods in 2015, forming the Kraft Heinz Company.
Heinz's core products, particularly its tomato-based sauces, are distinguished by their quality and flavour, making them staples in kitchens worldwide. The brand's commitment to innovation and sustainability has solidified its market position, earning accolades for its efforts in responsible sourcing and environmental stewardship. With a rich heritage and a focus on consumer satisfaction, Heinz continues to be a trusted name in the global food industry.
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Industry Intensity
Food Product Manufacturing is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Food Product Manufacturing industry has increased its overall emissions by 9% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Heinz's reported carbon emissions
## Kraft Heinz Climate Commitments and Emissions Overview Kraft Heinz, a prominent food products company headquartered in the US, is actively engaged in reducing its environmental impact. The company has set ambitious climate targets, including achieving net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. As a significant milestone towards this goal, Kraft Heinz aims to reduce its absolute emissions by 50% by 2030, using a 2021 baseline. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and its commitment to limiting global warming to 1.5°C. ### Carbon Emissions Data: In the reporting year 2024, Kraft Heinz reported a total global GHG emissions of approximately 25,000,813,500 kg CO2e. This total encompasses: * **Scope 1 Emissions:** Approximately 412,646,000 kg CO2e. * **Scope 2 Emissions (Market-based):** Approximately 349,066,000 kg CO2e. * **Scope 3 Emissions:** Approximately 24,151,713,000 kg CO2e. The majority of Kraft Heinz's Scope 3 emissions stem from purchased goods and services (approximately 17,771,567,000 kg CO2e), followed by upstream transportation and distribution (approximately 2,293,847,000 kg CO2e) and downstream transportation and distribution (approximately 386,009,000 kg CO2e). Emissions from the use of sold products contributed approximately 1,624,503,000 kg CO2e, and the end-of-life treatment of sold products accounted for approximately 1,053,040,000 kg CO2e. ### Climate Targets and Initiatives: Kraft Heinz is committed to a science-based approach to emissions reduction. Key targets include: * **Net Zero by 2050:** A long-term commitment to achieve net-zero GHG emissions across all scopes. * **50% Absolute Emissions Reduction by 2030:** A near-term goal to halve absolute GHG emissions from a 2021 baseline across scopes 1, 2, and 3. * **90% Absolute Emissions Reduction by 2050:** A long-term goal for scopes 1, 2, and 3, aligned with a 1.5°C pathway. * **No Deforestation:** A commitment to no deforestation across primary deforestation-linked commodities by December 31, 2025. * **Energy Use Intensity Reduction:** A target to reduce energy use intensity by 15% across manufacturing facilities by 2025 (per metric ton of product made). These commitments demonstrate Kraft Heinz's dedication to addressing climate change through measurable emission reductions and sustainable operational practices.
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Heinz’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
4 goals2030
50% reduction in all scopes
As a milestone on our path to achieve net zero emissions, consistent with the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi), we will target a near…
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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