Ben & Jerry's publishes detailed climate data but emissions intensity is rising, not falling. Core dairy supply chain (53% of footprint) shows no verified absolute reductions. The company missed its 2025 SBTi targets and reset to 2035 without explaining the gap. Recent wastewater compliance violations and historical child labour allegations in supply chains undermine stated ethical sourcing claims.
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SINK = (0.3 × Base + 0.7 × Performance) × ScaleStrongest on Carbon Footprint — Supply Chain and Energy Source (6/10, 6/10). Weakest on Water Impact and Emissions Trajectory (3/10, 3/10).
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Among the 7 major food & beverage (meat/dairy) brands we've scored, Ben & Jerry's sits 1st of 7.
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Ben & Jerry's manufactures premium ice cream and operates company-owned and franchised Scoop Shops globally. A subsidiary of Unilever since 2000, it markets itself through a stated social and environmental mission, holding B Corporation certification and publishing annual sustainability reports. Dairy and other ingredients dominate its product footprint.
Parent company since 2000; governance tensions over mission integrity and CEO removal in 2025 affect Ben & Jerry's independence.
View breakdown →Peer dairy-heavy food conglomerate with B Corp ties; similar emissions intensity trajectory and supply chain carbon concentration.
View breakdown →Larger peer with comparable scope 3 dairy dominance, disclosed absolute emissions reductions, and similar supply chain governance challenges.
View breakdown →Mission-led brand with similar governance model and anti-offset stance; contrasts on emissions trajectory transparency and regulatory compliance.
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