Anheuser-Busch InBev, commonly known as AB InBev, is a global leader in the beverage industry, headquartered in Belgium. Founded in 2008 through the merger of Anheuser-Busch and InBev, the company has established a significant presence in major operational regions, including North America, Latin America, Europe, and Asia.
AB InBev is renowned for its extensive portfolio of iconic beer brands, such as Budweiser, Stella Artois, and Corona, each distinguished by unique brewing techniques and flavours. The company has achieved remarkable milestones, including being the largest brewer in the world, with a commitment to sustainability and innovation in beverage production. With a strong market position, AB InBev continues to shape the future of the beverage industry through strategic acquisitions and a focus on consumer preferences.
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Industry Intensity
Beverage Manufacturing has typical carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Beverage Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 48% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Ab Inbev's reported carbon emissions
Anheuser-Busch InBev (AB InBev), headquartered in Belgium, reported its latest carbon emissions data for 2025, with total emissions standing at approximately 22.1 billion kg CO2e. This figure encompasses Scope 1, Scope 2 (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions.
Key emissions data:
- 2025: Total emissions were approximately 22.1 billion kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions accounted for around 2.51 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 for about 600 million kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 for approximately 19 billion kg CO2e. Within Scope 3, purchased goods and services were the largest contributor at roughly 12 billion kg CO2e, followed by upstream transportation and distribution at approximately 2.16 billion kg CO2e, and the use of sold products at about 4.16 billion kg CO2e.
- 2024: Total emissions were approximately 23.6 billion kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were about 2.49 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 (market-based) approximately 760 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 around 20.4 billion kg CO2e. Purchased goods and services made up about 12.8 billion kg CO2e of Scope 3 emissions, with upstream transportation and distribution at approximately 2.26 billion kg CO2e, and use of sold products at roughly 4.57 billion kg CO2e.
- 2023: Total emissions were approximately 25.8 billion kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were about 2.65 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 (market-based) approximately 800 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 around 22.4 billion kg CO2e. Purchased goods and services constituted about 13.6 billion kg CO2e of Scope 3 emissions.
Climate Commitments and Reduction Targets:
AB InBev has set ambitious climate targets:
- Net Zero Ambition: The company aims to achieve net zero across its entire value chain by 2040. This long-term target encompasses Scopes 1, 2, and 3 emissions.
- Near-Term Reduction Targets: AB InBev is committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 35% by 2025, using a 2017 baseline. This aligns with the pathway to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius.
- Renewable Electricity: The company has committed to sourcing 100% of its purchased electricity from renewable sources by 2025.
- Scope 3 Reduction: AB InBev also aims to reduce GHG emissions across its value chain (Scopes 1, 2, and 3) by 25% per beverage by 2025, from a 2017 baseline. This target includes approximately 87% of its Scope 3 emissions, covering categories such as purchased goods and services, upstream and downstream transportation, and the use and end-of-life of sold products.
The company's climate commitments and targets are validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), reinforcing their alignment with global climate goals.
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Ab Inbev’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
10 goals2040
We aim to achieve carbon neutrality by 2040
We aim to achieve carbon neutrality by 2040.
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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Data year: 2025
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