China Mengniu Dairy
China Mengniu Dairy Company Limited, commonly known as Mengniu, is a leading player in the dairy industry, headquartered in Hong Kong. Founded in 1999, the company has rapidly expanded its operations across major regions in China, establishing a strong presence in the dairy market. Mengniu's core business areas include the production of milk, yogurt, ice cream, and cheese, with a commitment to quality and innovation that sets its products apart. The company has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for product excellence and sustainability initiatives. As one of the largest dairy producers in China, Mengniu holds a prominent market position, recognised for its diverse product range and strong brand reputation. With a focus on health and nutrition, Mengniu continues to lead the way in the evolving dairy landscape.
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China Mengniu Dairy's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, China Mengniu Dairy reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,072,749,000 kg CO2e globally, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 1,119,310 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 27,980,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 2,716,378,610 kg CO2e from Scope 3. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for carbon neutrality across all scopes (1, 2, and 3) by 2050. For the near term, Mengniu has pledged to reduce energy consumption and increase the use of renewable energy from 2023 to 2030, aligning with the 1.5°C target of the Paris Agreement. This commitment encompasses both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, although specific reduction percentages have not been disclosed. In 2024, Mengniu's Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services were reported at approximately 2,894,451,990 kg CO2e. The company continues to focus on improving its emissions intensity, with a reported GHG emissions intensity of about 165,000 kg CO2e per tonne of dairy products in 2025. Overall, China Mengniu Dairy is actively working towards significant reductions in its carbon footprint while striving for long-term sustainability goals.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | - |
| Scope 2 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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China Mengniu Dairy is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
