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 2023, A.G. Barr plc reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 172,666,000 kg CO2e, comprising 4,364,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 4,459,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by FY2050, using FY2020 as the baseline year. A.G. Barr has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 60% by FY2030 and aims to cut Scope 3 emissions—specifically from purchased goods and services, upstream transport, and downstream transport—by 25% within the same timeframe. For the long term, the company targets a 90% reduction in both Scope 1 and 2 emissions by FY2035 and a similar 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by FY2050. These commitments align with industry standards for climate action, reflecting A.G. Barr's dedication to sustainability and responsible business practices in the food and beverage processing sector.
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2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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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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