Ag Barr Sustainability Profile
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 Average
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Industry Benchmark
Ag Barr's score of 70 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 4,654,000 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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Ag Barr's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Ag Barr's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 5% last year and increased by approximately 14% since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 61% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Ag Barr's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Ag Barr has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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