KFC Sustainability Targets

Understanding the goals that guide Kentucky Fried Chickens journey toward a more responsible and climatefriendly future.

Why Sustainability Matters for KFC

KFC serves more than 25 million customers each day in over 150 countries. This scale gives the brand an extraordinary ability to influence the food system, from farming practices to waste management. The company has therefore committed to a set of measurable targets that aim to reduce its environmental footprint while supporting the communities it serves.

Climate Action Targets

ScienceBased Emissions Reduction

KFC has aligned its greenhousegas (GHG) reduction plan with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The core commitments are:

Reduce absolute Scope1 and Scope2 emissions by 30% by 2030 (base year 2019).
Cut Scope3 emissionsparticularly from sourcing chicken, packaging, and logisticsby 25% by 2030.
Achieve netzero emissions across its entire value chain by 2050.

Renewable Energy & Energy Efficiency

To hit these goals, KFC is investing in:

Renewable electricity for all companyowned restaurants in key markets by 2025.
Energyefficient kitchen equipment, targeting a 15% reduction in electricity use per outlet.
Smart building standards (LEED, BREEAM) for new restaurant designs.

Sustainable Sourcing

Chicken Welfare & Climate Impact

KFC sources the majority of its chicken from integrated farms. The companys "Better Chicken Commitment" includes:

100% of chicken raised according to the Global Animal Partnership (GAP) Level2 standard by 2025.
Transition to chicken farms that have implemented a 15% reduction in CO emissions per kilogram of meat.
Support for farmers through training programs that improve feed efficiency and animal health.

Responsible Ingredients

Beyond chicken, KFC has pledged to source:

100% of its palm oil from certified sustainable sources (RSPO) by 2024.
75% of its paper and cardboard packaging from recycled or FSCcertified material by 2026.
All eggs from cagefree farms in the U.S. and U.K. by 2025.

Food Waste & Packaging Reduction

Zero Food Waste to Landfill

By 2028 KFC aims to divert 100% of its food waste away from landfill in companyowned restaurants. Strategies include:

Partnering with local food banks to donate surplus meals.
Implementing onsite composting where feasible.
Using technology to better forecast demand and reduce overproduction.

Packaging Innovation

Current packaging targets are:

Phase out singleuse plastic cutlery in all markets by 2025.
Introduce recyclable or compostable packaging for atleast 50% of menu items by 2026.
Reduce overall packaging weight by 10% per serving by 2027.

Water Stewardship

KFCs water objectives focus on the most waterintensive parts of its supply chainnamely poultry farming and cleaning processes.

Achieve a 20% reduction in water use per chicken produced by 2030.
Implement waterrecirculation systems in 40% of restaurants in waterstress regions by 2025.
Support watershed protection projects in key sourcing regions (e.g., the Mississippi River Basin).

Tracking Progress

KFC publishes an interactive sustainability dashboard that shows realtime data on emissions, waste diversion, and sourcing compliance. Key performance indicators (KPIs) are reviewed quarterly by the Boards Sustainability Committee.

Recent milestones (as of 2024) include: