The Wendy's Company operates a global network of quick-service restaurants, primarily in North America.
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Wendy's has cut operational emissions 37% since 2019 but masks stagnant total progress through intensity metrics. Scope 3—99% of emissions—barely moved in absolute terms. Renewable energy covers ~200 of 7,200+ restaurants. Supply chain biodiversity risks remain unquantified and largely unaddressed despite beef's dominance.
The Wendy's Company scores 36/100 (Below expectations) on SINK's independent climate assessment, scored from public data only. Fees pay for the review, never the result. Last verified May 2026.
That places The Wendy's Company joint 459th of 847 companies scored, and 19th of 49 in Food Service / Restaurants.
Where The Wendy's Company sits among food service / restaurants peers.
Among the 49 major food service / restaurants brands we've scored, The Wendy's Company sits 19th of 49.
Its three lowest-scoring questions, and what the evidence didn't show.
No RE100 membership.
Scope 1 and 2 down 37% (2019–2024), but represent <1% of total.
No-deforestation commitment across beef, fiber, palm, soy by end 2025.
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Get in touch →Strongest on Carbon Footprint — Operations and Carbon Footprint — Supply Chain (7/10, 7/10). Weakest on Energy Source and Emissions Trajectory (3/10, 4/10).
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The Wendy's Company operates a global network of quick-service restaurants, primarily in North America. Founded in 1969 as a hamburger chain, it has grown to over 7,200 locations across the US and internationally. Wendy's business model relies heavily on franchised operations and a beef-centric menu, making supply chain emissions reduction central to any credible climate strategy.
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