Yum China Holdings, Inc., a prominent player in the fast-food industry, is headquartered in Shanghai, CN. Established in 2016 as a spin-off from Yum! Brands, the company operates a diverse portfolio of well-known brands, including KFC, Pizza Hut, and Taco Bell, primarily across mainland China. With a focus on innovative dining experiences and localised menu offerings, Yum China has successfully adapted global concepts to cater to Chinese tastes. The company has achieved significant milestones, such as becoming the largest restaurant chain in China by sales, reflecting its strong market position. Yum China's commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, combined with its extensive network of over 10,000 restaurants, underscores its unique approach in the competitive landscape of the fast-food sector.
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In 2023, Yum China reported total carbon emissions of approximately 10,102,062,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for about 10,102,062,000 kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were reported at approximately 187,156,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled around 2,020,460,000 kg CO2e. Yum China has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 63% by FY2035, using FY2020 as the baseline. Additionally, the company targets a 66.3% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods per tonne of goods purchased within the same timeframe. Near-term goals include a 10% reduction in average restaurant energy consumption and GHG emissions by 2025 compared to a 2017 baseline for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. These commitments align with industry standards for climate action, reflecting Yum China's dedication to sustainability and reducing its carbon footprint in the restaurant sector.
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2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 106,793,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 2,081,431,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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