Ag Barr
Ag Barr, officially known as A.G. Barr plc, is a prominent British soft drinks manufacturer headquartered in Glasgow, GB. Founded in 1875, the company has established itself as a key player in the beverage industry, particularly known for its iconic brands such as IRN-BRU and Barr's fruit drinks. With a strong operational presence across the UK and expanding into international markets, Ag Barr focuses on producing high-quality, innovative soft drinks that cater to diverse consumer preferences. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of new product lines and sustainable practices that enhance its market position. Ag Barr's commitment to quality and unique flavour profiles sets it apart in a competitive landscape, making it a trusted name in the soft drinks sector.
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Ag Barr's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, A.G. Barr plc reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 6,897,470 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 4,654,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, resulting in a combined total of about 11,696,410 kg CO2e for both scopes. This marks a significant increase from 2023, where emissions were approximately 4,363,670 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 4,459,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, leading to a total of about 8,822,830 kg CO2e. A.G. Barr has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by FY2050, using FY2020 as the baseline year. The company has also established near-term targets, including a 60% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by FY2030 from the FY2023 base year. Furthermore, A.G. Barr is committed to reducing absolute Scope 3 emissions by 25% within the same timeframe. Long-term goals include a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by FY2035 and a 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by FY2050, both from the FY2023 base year. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect A.G. Barr's commitment to sustainable practices within the food and beverage processing sector. The company has also reported a commitment to ensure that 79.8% of its suppliers by emissions will have science-based targets by FY2030, further enhancing its sustainability efforts.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 5,296,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 7,294,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - |
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