Sapporo Breweries
Sapporo Breweries Limited, commonly known as Sapporo Beer, is a prominent player in the Japanese brewing industry, headquartered in Sapporo, Japan. Founded in 1876, the company has a rich history marked by significant milestones, including the introduction of Japan's first-ever beer, Sapporo Lager. With a strong presence in both domestic and international markets, Sapporo Breweries focuses on producing high-quality beers, including its flagship Sapporo Premium Beer, as well as a range of craft and seasonal brews. The company is renowned for its commitment to quality and innovation, utilising traditional brewing methods alongside modern techniques. Sapporo Breweries holds a notable position in the global beer market, celebrated for its unique flavours and consistent quality, making it a favourite among beer enthusiasts worldwide.
DitchCarbon Score
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Sapporo Breweries's score of 17 is higher than 81% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Sapporo Breweries's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Sapporo Breweries reported total carbon emissions of approximately 147,100,000 kg CO2e in Japan, contributing to a global total of about 189,300,000 kg CO2e, which includes both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. The company has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or any formal climate pledges. In 2021, Sapporo Breweries' emissions in Japan were about 152,700,000 kg CO2e, indicating a slight decrease in emissions over the year. The company’s global emissions for the same year were approximately 184,100,000 kg CO2e. The emissions data highlights the significant carbon footprint of Sapporo Breweries, particularly in its home country of Japan, where it remains a major player in the brewing industry. The absence of defined reduction targets suggests a need for enhanced climate commitments to align with global sustainability goals.
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Add to project| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
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| Scope 1 | - | - | - |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 0,000,000,000,000 |
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Sapporo Breweries 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.
