Plzeňský Prazdro
Plzeňský Prazdro, also known as Pilsner Urquell Brewery, is a renowned Czech brewery headquartered in Plzeň, Czech Republic. Established in 1842, it is celebrated as the birthplace of the world’s first pale lager, Pilsner, which has set the standard for the brewing industry globally. The brewery operates primarily in Central Europe, with a strong presence in markets across the Czech Republic and beyond. Specialising in the production of high-quality lagers, Plzeňský Prazdro is distinguished by its commitment to traditional brewing methods and the use of local ingredients, including Saaz hops and soft Plzeň water. The brewery has achieved significant recognition, being a key player in the global beer market and consistently winning awards for its flagship product, Pilsner Urquell. With a rich heritage and a focus on innovation, Plzeňský Prazdro continues to shape the future of brewing while honouring its storied past.
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Plzeňský Prazdro's score of 28 is higher than 92% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Plzeňský Prazdro's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Plzeňský Prazdroj reported total carbon emissions of approximately 327,020,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 20,582,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 25,896,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 280,542,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which encompasses business travel and purchased goods and services. In 2019, the company recorded emissions of about 403,659,000 kg CO2e globally, with Scope 1 emissions at 25,943,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 62,804,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 314,912,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a significant reduction in total emissions over the four-year period. Plzeňský Prazdroj has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as there are no documented reduction targets or climate pledges available. However, the company continues to monitor and report its emissions, reflecting an awareness of its environmental impact. The intensity of CO2 emissions per hectolitre produced has also shown a downward trend, with values of 0.00266 kg CO2e/hl in 2023 compared to 0.00614 kg CO2e/hl in 2021 for its Plzeň facility. Overall, while Plzeňský Prazdroj has made strides in reducing its carbon footprint, further commitments and initiatives would enhance its climate action strategy.
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Add to project| 2007 | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 14.5 | 00.0 | 00.0 | 00.0 | 00.0 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Plzeňský Prazdro is not committed to any 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.
