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.
DitchCarbon Score
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Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Dairy Processing industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Industry Benchmark
Danone's score of 59 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Danone's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Danone reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 21,659,000,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 573,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 256,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and 20,614,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions across its value chain by 2050. Danone's near-term targets include a reduction of absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 46.3% by 2030, using 2020 as the base year. Additionally, it aims to cut Scope 3 emissions by 42% within the same timeframe. These targets encompass 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. The company also commits to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 3 emissions related to FLAG (Forestry, Land Use, Agriculture, and Greenhouse Gas) by 30.3% by FY2030. Long-term, Danone plans to achieve a 90% reduction in Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 2050, again using 2020 as the baseline. Danone's commitment to sustainability includes a pledge to eliminate deforestation linked to its primary commodities by 2025, reinforcing its dedication to environmental stewardship.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 595,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 937,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 21,439,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Danone is committed to some reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
