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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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 commitment to reducing emissions, with a target to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across the entire value chain by FY2050, using FY2020 as the baseline. For near-term goals, A.G. Barr aims to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 60% by FY2030 from the FY2023 baseline. Additionally, they plan to cut Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services, as well as upstream and downstream transportation and distribution, by 25% within the same timeframe. Long-term, the company has set a target to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 90% by FY2035 and Scope 3 emissions by 90% by FY2050. The company has also committed to ensuring that 79.8% of its suppliers, based on emissions, will have science-based targets by FY2030. A.G. Barr's climate strategy is aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), reflecting their dedication to sustainable practices within the food and beverage processing sector.
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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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