Danone
Danone S.A., commonly known as Danone, is a global leader in the food and beverage industry, headquartered in France. Founded in 1919, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including Europe, North America, and Asia. Danone is renowned for its diverse portfolio, which encompasses dairy products, plant-based alternatives, bottled water, and specialised nutrition. The company’s commitment to health and sustainability sets it apart, with innovative offerings such as probiotic yoghurts and organic products. Danone has achieved significant milestones, including its recognition as a pioneer in the health-focused food sector. With a strong market position, Danone continues to drive growth through its dedication to quality and consumer well-being, making it a trusted name in households worldwide.
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Danone's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Danone reported total carbon emissions of approximately 19,791,227,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 684,663,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 122,408,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and a significant Scope 3 total of about 18,984,106,000 kg CO2e. This represents a decrease from 2023, where total emissions were about 21,657,250,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 788,093,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at about 255,584,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at around 20,613,573,000 kg CO2e. Danone has set ambitious climate commitments, pledging to achieve net-zero emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. This includes a target to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 46.3% by 2030 from a 2020 baseline. Additionally, Danone aims to cut absolute Scope 3 emissions by 42% within the same timeframe. The company also commits to reducing absolute emissions from purchased goods and services, fuel and energy-related activities, upstream and downstream transportation, waste generated in operations, and end-of-life treatment of sold products by 90% by 2050. Danone's climate strategy is supported by the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which validates its targets. The company has also committed to no deforestation across its primary deforestation-linked commodities by 2025. These initiatives reflect Danone's dedication to sustainability and its proactive approach to mitigating climate change impacts.
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| 2012 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 894,206,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 847,529,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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