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Famous IRL

Last analyzed: 2/10/2026

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Overall score
59/100

Summary

Famous Brands has made commendable progress in sustainability, particularly in waste reduction, water conservation, and ethical labor practices. However, there is room for improvement in areas such as transparency, comprehensive sustainable sourcing, and detailed reporting on carbon emissions and circular economy initiatives.

Categories

10 total

Waste Reduction and Sustainable Packaging
8/10

Famous Brands has reduced plastic usage by 423.8 tonnes annually and achieved 100% recyclable packaging ahead of its 2025 target.

Water Conservation and Pollution Control
7/10

The company has implemented water-saving projects, reducing consumption by 11,965 kilolitres per year, and operates water recycling plants to enhance efficiency.

Ethical Labor Practices and Fair Wages
7/10

Famous Brands ensures equal pay for equal work and promotes the hiring of disabled individuals, achieving a 4.53% representation in 2024. The company also supports Black-owned SMMEs with significant spending.

Transparency and Traceability
6/10

Famous Brands has made strides in transparency by aligning with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and setting specific targets. However, detailed public disclosures on supply chain practices and third-party audits are limited.

Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy
6/10

Famous Brands generates 981 MWh from its own solar plants and 396 MWh from landlord-supplied solar energy. However, increased diesel usage due to load shedding has impacted overall energy efficiency.

Animal Welfare and Cruelty-Free
6/10

The commitment to sourcing free-range eggs demonstrates attention to animal welfare. However, information on other animal welfare practices is limited.

Certifications and Standards
5/10

The brand has committed to sourcing free-range eggs and has achieved 100% recyclable packaging ahead of its 2025 target. However, information on other sustainability certifications is not readily available.

Sustainable Material Sourcing
5/10

Famous Brands has made efforts in sustainable sourcing, such as using free-range eggs. However, comprehensive information on the sustainability of other materials used is lacking.

Overall Carbon Footprint and Emissions
5/10

The company aims to decrease its carbon footprint by 25% by 2026. While renewable energy initiatives are in place, increased diesel usage has affected progress.

Circularity and Product Longevity
4/10

While the company has made progress in waste reduction and packaging, specific initiatives promoting product longevity and circular economy practices are not well-documented.