McCain Foods, a global leader in the frozen food industry, is headquartered in Canada and operates extensively across North America, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 1957, the company has established itself as a pioneer in the production of frozen potato products, including French fries, wedges, and specialty items.
With a commitment to quality and innovation, McCain Foods stands out for its use of locally sourced ingredients and sustainable farming practices. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of various plant-based offerings, catering to the evolving consumer preferences for healthier options.
Recognised for its market leadership, McCain Foods continues to expand its product range while maintaining a strong focus on sustainability and community engagement, solidifying its position as a trusted name in the frozen food sector.
+12 vs industry average
Mccain Foods’s score of 29 is higher than 60% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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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 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Mccain Foods's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, McCain Foods reported approximately 1,036,439,000 kg CO2e in Scope 1 and 2 emissions. This figure reflects a decrease from approximately 1,294,351,000 kg CO2e in 2024 and approximately 1,304,493,000 kg CO2e in 2023. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50% and its emissions intensity by 60% by 2030, using 2017 as a baseline. Additionally, McCain Foods targets a 30% reduction in Scope 3 emissions intensity over the same period. The company has also committed to increasing its annual sourcing of renewable electricity from 1.5% in FY2019 to 100% by FY2030. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to support the global effort to limit warming to 1.5°C. McCain Foods' reduction targets encompass biogenic emissions and removals from bioenergy feedstocks, demonstrating a comprehensive approach to sustainability in the food and beverage processing sector.
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Mccain Foods’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2 goals2030
60% reduction in Scope 1
By 2030, we aim to reduce our absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50%, as well as reduce our Scope 1 and 2 emissions intensity by 60%, and r…
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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Data year: 2025
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