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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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 – 2027
Reported emissions
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Ag Barr's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, A.G. Barr plc reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 11,696,410 kg CO2e, comprising 6,897,470 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 4,654,540 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions across its entire value chain by FY2050, using FY2020 as the baseline year. For near-term targets, A.G. Barr has committed to a 60% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by FY2030 and a 25% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions, which include purchased goods and services, upstream transport, and downstream transport and distribution. Long-term goals include a 90% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by FY2035 and a 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by FY2050. 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 is also focused on ensuring that a significant portion of its suppliers adopt science-based targets by FY2030, further enhancing its sustainability efforts.
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Ag Barr’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
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