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 score of 67 is higher than 82% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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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 4,6540 kg CO2e for Scope 2, resulting in a combined total of about 6,944,010 kg CO2e (market-based) and 11,696,410 kg CO2e (location-based). This data reflects a commitment to transparency in emissions reporting, with a focus on reducing their carbon footprint. The company has set ambitious targets to achieve significant reductions in emissions. By 2030, A.G. Barr aims to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 60% from a 2020 baseline. Furthermore, they are committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across their entire value chain by 2050, also from a 2020 base year. For Scope 3 emissions, A.G. Barr has set a target to reduce these by 25% by 2030 and 90% by 2050. In addition to these targets, A.G. Barr has accelerated its carbon reduction programme, committing to net-zero emissions for its own operations (Scope 1 and 2) by 2035. This commitment is part of a broader strategy to align with science-based targets, ensuring that their emissions reductions are consistent with the goals of limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Overall, A.G. Barr's climate commitments reflect a proactive approach to sustainability, with clear targets and a roadmap for achieving significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes.
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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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