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Royal Unibrew

Royal Unibrew, a prominent player in the beverage industry, is headquartered in Denmark (DK) and operates extensively across Northern Europe. Founded in 1989, the company has established itself as a leader in the production of beer, soft drinks, and malt beverages, with a diverse portfolio that includes well-known brands such as Faxe and Royal Beer. With a commitment to quality and innovation, Royal Unibrew has achieved significant milestones, including strategic acquisitions that have expanded its market reach. The company is recognised for its unique brewing techniques and sustainable practices, positioning it favourably within the competitive landscape. As a result, Royal Unibrew has garnered a strong market presence, making it a key player in the European beverage sector.

DitchCarbon Score

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71

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Beverage Manufacturing 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.

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Industry Benchmark

Royal Unibrew's score of 71 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Royal Unibrew's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Royal Unibrew reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 629,639,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 38,981,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 3,556,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and a significant 967,102,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2040. For near-term targets, Royal Unibrew has committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 61.3% by 2030, using 2019 as the base year. Additionally, it aims to cut Scope 3 emissions by 50% within the same timeframe. These targets include emissions from purchased goods and services, fuel and energy-related activities, and waste generated in operations, among others. Royal Unibrew's long-term goals include a 90% reduction in both Scope 1 and 2 emissions and Scope 3 emissions by 2040, also based on 2019 levels. Furthermore, the company has pledged to eliminate deforestation linked to its primary commodities by December 31, 2025. These initiatives align with industry standards for climate action and demonstrate Royal Unibrew's commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility.

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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Royal Unibrew's primary industry is Beverages, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Royal Unibrew is headquartered in DK, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Royal Unibrew 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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