Starbucks
Starbucks Corporation, commonly known as Starbucks, is a leading global coffeehouse chain headquartered in Seattle, Washington, USA. Founded in 1971, the company has grown to become a prominent player in the food and beverage industry, with a significant presence across North America, Europe, and Asia. Starbucks is renowned for its high-quality coffee, handcrafted beverages, and a diverse menu that includes teas, pastries, and light meals. The brand's commitment to ethically sourced coffee and innovative customer experiences sets it apart in a competitive market. With over 30,000 locations worldwide, Starbucks has achieved notable milestones, including the introduction of the Starbucks Rewards programme and the expansion of its sustainable practices. The company continues to maintain a strong market position, consistently ranking among the top coffee retailers globally.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Starbucks's score of 86 is higher than 93% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Starbucks's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Starbucks reported total carbon emissions of approximately 13,254,840,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 395,666,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions (market-based) totalled approximately 319,058,000 kg CO2e. The majority of emissions stemmed from Scope 3, which accounted for about 12,540,117,000 kg CO2e, highlighting the extensive impact of their supply chain and product use. Starbucks has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 50% absolute reduction in greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. This target encompasses all direct operations and the broader value chain, including Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. Additionally, Starbucks is a founding member of the Transform to Net Zero initiative, committing to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. In 2023, Starbucks reported total emissions of approximately 13,118,945,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 389,825,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions (market-based) at approximately 261,831,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions for that year were around 12,458,289,000 kg CO2e. Starbucks's climate strategy is aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), reinforcing their commitment to significant emissions reductions in line with global climate goals. The company continues to focus on sustainability and reducing its carbon footprint as part of its operational ethos.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 339,713,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 324,413,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 12,219,113,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Starbucks is participating in some of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
