Leprino Foods Sustainability Profile
Leprino Foods Company, a leading player in the dairy industry, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across North America and beyond. Founded in 1950, the company has established itself as a premier manufacturer of mozzarella cheese and other dairy products, serving a diverse clientele that includes pizzerias, food service providers, and retail brands. Renowned for its innovative approach to cheese production, Leprino Foods offers unique products that cater to the evolving tastes of consumers. The company has achieved significant milestones, including becoming the largest mozzarella cheese producer in the world, solidifying its market position through a commitment to quality and sustainability. With a focus on research and development, Leprino Foods continues to lead the way in dairy innovation, making it a trusted partner in the food industry.
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Leprino Foods's reported carbon emissions
In 2021, Leprino Foods reported a Scope 2 emissions intensity of approximately 0.0093 tonnes CO2e per tonne of milk and cream, not concentrated nor containing added sugar or other sweetening matter. This figure reflects their commitment to monitoring and reducing greenhouse gas emissions within their operations. The company has shown a slight decrease in emissions intensity from 2020, where the Scope 2 emissions intensity was about 0.0093 tonnes CO2e per tonne, and from 2019, which recorded approximately 0.0096 tonnes CO2e per tonne. This trend indicates a focused effort on improving energy efficiency and reducing carbon footprints in their production processes. Leprino Foods has committed to near-term reduction targets, although specific numerical targets have not been disclosed. They are actively engaged in initiatives to enhance sustainability within the food and beverage processing sector, as indicated by their commitment status with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). However, they have not yet committed to a net-zero target. The emissions data and commitments are sourced directly from Leprino Foods Company, Inc., with no cascaded data from parent or related organizations. The company continues to prioritise climate action as part of its operational strategy in the United States.
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| Scope 1 | 8.62 |
| Scope 2 | 11.79 |
| Scope 3 | - |
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Leprino Foods's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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Leprino Foods 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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