- Scope 3 emissions increased by 13% due to new restaurant openings
- Achieving 100% controlled atmospheric stun (CAS) in chicken slaughter by 2026 requires significant supplier investment
- Reducing Scope 3 emissions requires dedicated engagement with supply chain partners
Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc.
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 4.3M tCO2e/year. By scope: Scope 1: 145.5K tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 60.4K tCO2e/year; Scope 3: 4.1M tCO2e/year. Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
4.3M tCO2e/year
2023
Renewable Energy
50% of electricity consumption
of total energy
Water Usage
6.7M m3/year
2023
Waste
417.3K tons/year
2023
Energy Use
111.2K GJ/year
2023
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | 145.5K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 60.4K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 4.1M tCO2e/year |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 4.3M tCO2e/year |
| 2021 | 1.4M MT CO2e (Scope 3 2019 data) |
| 2020 | 244.2K tCO2e/year |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 13%
- 100% of new restaurant openings participated in the food donation “Harvest Program”
- Established composting services at 265 restaurant locations
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce waste to landfill by 5% by 2025
- Establish composting resources at 235 restaurants
📅 Medium-term
- Reduce Scope 1, 2, and 3 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030
- Achieve 100% controlled atmospheric stun (CAS) in chicken slaughter by 2026
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Food & AnimalsPeopleEnvironment