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Cheesecake Factory Inc

Common Name
Cheesecake Factory
Country
United States
Sector
Consumer Cyclical
Industry
Restaurants
Employees
48,000
Ticker
CAKE
Exchange
Nasdaq
Description
The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated operates and licenses a portfolio of casual dining restaurants primarily in the United States and Canada. It runs establishments under prominent brands such as The ...

Cheesecake Factory's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2024, Cheesecake Factory completed a corporate carbon footprint assessment and publicly disclosed its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions according to the GHG Protocol, covering Scope 1 (direct emissions from owned or controlled sources), Scope 2 (indirect emissions from purchased energy) and Scope 3 (indirect emissions across the value chain).

However, Cheesecake Factory has not published a category-level breakdown of its Scope 3 emissions, limiting visibility into specific value chain sources.

Metric (tCO2e)2024202320222021-2019
Total Scope 1
99,371a
98,697a
101,941a
Total Scope 2
Unspecified Calculation Method
96,136a
99,308a
108,573a
Total Scope 3
47,414a
48,773a
51,366a
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M)
27.7441a
28.6951a
30.8617a
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a. Cheesecake Factory's CSR Report 2024

Insights into Cheesecake Factory's Operational Emissions

In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Cheesecake Factory amounted to 195,507 metric tons of CO2 equivalent. This figure includes both direct emissions from owned or controlled sources (Scope 1) and indirect emissions from purchased energy (Scope 2).a

Compared to 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Cheesecake Factory decreased by 1.26%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations.a

Cheesecake Factory's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

201920202021202220232024030 k60 k90 k120 ktCO2e-11%+13%+2%-3%+1%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Cheesecake Factory's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of Cheesecake Factory were 99,371 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a

Has Cheesecake Factory reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2019, Cheesecake Factory's Scope 1 emissions have remained relatively, stable, indicating that Cheesecake Factory's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its operational footprint.a

Compared to the previous year (2023), Cheesecake Factory's Scope 1 emissions remained relatively stable, indicating that Cheesecake Factory's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its operational footprint.a

What are Cheesecake Factory's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2024, Cheesecake Factory reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 96,136 tCO₂e without specifying the calculation method.a

Has Cheesecake Factory reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

Since 2019, Cheesecake Factory's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (Unspecified Calculation Method) have decreased by 10.87%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 2 emissions over time.a

Compared to the previous year (2023), Cheesecake Factory's Scope 2 emissions (Unspecified Calculation Method) have remained relatively stable, indicating that Cheesecake Factory's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint.a

What methodology does Cheesecake Factory use for Scope 2 reporting?

In 2024, Cheesecake Factory reported its Scope 2 emissions using an unspecified methodology.a

Cheesecake Factory's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

201920202021202220232024030 k60 k90 k120 ktCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 (Unspecified Calculation Method)

Insights into Cheesecake Factory's Value Chain Emissions

In 2024, Cheesecake Factory reported 47,414 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing indirect emissions across its upstream and downstream value chain.a

The 2024 disclosure of Cheesecake Factory includes a breakdown across 0 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, matching the level of disclosure in 2023, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year.a

Cheesecake Factory's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

201920202021202220232024015 k30 k45 k60 ktCO2e-15%+8%+4%-5%-3%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Cheesecake Factory's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, Cheesecake Factory reported total Scope 3 emissions of 47,414 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a

Has Cheesecake Factory reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?

Since 2019, Cheesecake Factory's Scope 3 emissions have decreased by 11.35%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time.a

Compared to the previous year (2023), Cheesecake Factory's Scope 3 emissions remained relatively stable, indicating that Cheesecake Factory's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its value chain footprint.a

Insights into Cheesecake Factory’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers

In 2024, Cheesecake Factory reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 99,371 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 3,582 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 27.74 tCO₂e per millions USD.a

Cheesecake Factory's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

5005,00020,000200,0001,000,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)2001,0005,00020,000100,000Revenues (Millions of USD)J D WetherspoonYear: 2024Scope 1: 33,636 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,613Scope 1 Intensity: 12.87 tCO2e/$MArcos Dorados HoldingsYear: 2024Scope 1: 111,175 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,470Scope 1 Intensity: 24.87 tCO2e/$MGuming HoldingsYear: 2024Scope 1: 13,436 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,205Scope 1 Intensity: 11.15 tCO2e/$MSSP GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 39,089 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,595Scope 1 Intensity: 8.51 tCO2e/$MAlseaYear: 2024Scope 1: 148,008 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,810Scope 1 Intensity: 38.84 tCO2e/$MMitchells & ButlersYear: 2024Scope 1: 84,530 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,493Scope 1 Intensity: 24.20 tCO2e/$MGreggsYear: 2024Scope 1: 37,708 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,528Scope 1 Intensity: 14.92 tCO2e/$MSkylark HoldingsYear: 2024Scope 1: 115,783 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,555Scope 1 Intensity: 45.32 tCO2e/$MSweetgreenYear: 2023Scope 1: 20,190 tCO2eRevenue: $M 584Scope 1 Intensity: 34.57 tCO2e/$MBrinker InternationalYear: 2025Scope 1: 140,893 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,384Scope 1 Intensity: 26.17 tCO2e/$MSkechers USAYear: 2024Scope 1: 15,854 tCO2eRevenue: $M 8,969Scope 1 Intensity: 1.77 tCO2e/$MTexas RoadhouseYear: 2024Scope 1: 109,193 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,373Scope 1 Intensity: 20.32 tCO2e/$MDarden RestaurantsYear: 2025Scope 1: 385,847 tCO2eRevenue: $M 12,077Scope 1 Intensity: 31.95 tCO2e/$MRestaurant Brands International IncYear: 2025Scope 1: 264,048 tCO2eRevenue: $M 9,434Scope 1 Intensity: 27.99 tCO2e/$MYum! BrandsYear: 2024Scope 1: 41,192 tCO2eRevenue: $M 7,549Scope 1 Intensity: 5.46 tCO2e/$MChipotle Mexican GrillYear: 2024Scope 1: 158,526 tCO2eRevenue: $M 11,314Scope 1 Intensity: 14.01 tCO2e/$MStarbucksYear: 2024Scope 1: 395,666 tCO2eRevenue: $M 36,176Scope 1 Intensity: 10.94 tCO2e/$MMcDonald'sYear: 2024Scope 1: 94,233 tCO2eRevenue: $M 25,920Scope 1 Intensity: 3.64 tCO2e/$MShake ShackYear: 2024Scope 1: 18,006 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,253Scope 1 Intensity: 14.37 tCO2e/$MWingstopYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,330 tCO2eRevenue: $M 626Scope 1 Intensity: 3.72 tCO2e/$MPapa John's InternationalYear: 2024Scope 1: 51,849 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,059Scope 1 Intensity: 25.18 tCO2e/$MWendy'sYear: 2024Scope 1: 14,295 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,246Scope 1 Intensity: 6.36 tCO2e/$MDomino's PizzaYear: 2024Scope 1: 106,334 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,706Scope 1 Intensity: 22.59 tCO2e/$MCheesecake FactoryYear: 2024Scope 1: 99,371 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,582Scope 1 Intensity: 27.74 tCO2e/$M

How does Cheesecake Factory's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?

In 2024, Cheesecake Factory reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 27.74 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 14.92, this places the company above its industry benchmark, indicating it is less carbon-efficient than most competitors.a

Where does Cheesecake Factory rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?

In 2024, Cheesecake Factory ranked 19 out of 23 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD).a

This places Cheesecake Factory among the least efficient performers, with one of the highest emissions intensities in its sector.a

Insights into Cheesecake Factory's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2024, Cheesecake Factory reported a total carbon footprint of 242,921 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 1.56% decrease compared to 2023, indicating progress in reducing its overall greenhouse gas output.a

The largest contributor to Cheesecake Factory's total carbon footprint was Scope 1 emissions, accounting for 40.91% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 2 emissions at 39.58%.a

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