Public Profile

Alken-Maes

Alken-Maes, a prominent player in the Belgian brewing industry, is headquartered in Belgium (BE) and operates extensively across Europe. Founded in 1988, the company has established itself as a key producer of a diverse range of beers, including well-known brands such as Maes and Alken. With a commitment to quality and innovation, Alken-Maes focuses on crafting unique beer experiences that resonate with consumers. The company is recognised for its sustainable practices and dedication to local sourcing, which enhances the authenticity of its products. Alken-Maes has achieved significant market presence, consistently ranking among the top breweries in Belgium. Its emphasis on tradition combined with modern brewing techniques has garnered numerous awards, solidifying its reputation in the competitive beverage sector.

DitchCarbon Score

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Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Sugar Processing industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Industry Benchmark

Alken-Maes's score of 16 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Alken-Maes's reported carbon emissions

Alken-Maes, headquartered in Belgium, has reported carbon emissions data for the years 2014 and 2015, although specific total emissions figures in kg CO2e are not disclosed. In 2014, the company reported CO2 emissions in production at a rate of approximately 0.0072 kg CO2e per hectolitre, while in 2015, this figure improved to about 0.00541 kg CO2e per hectolitre. Currently, there are no specified reduction targets or climate pledges from Alken-Maes, indicating a potential area for growth in their sustainability commitments. The absence of detailed emissions data and reduction initiatives suggests that the company may need to enhance its climate strategy to align with industry standards and expectations for carbon footprint reduction.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Alken-Maes's primary industry is Sugar, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Alken-Maes is headquartered in BE, which has a rank of very low, indicating very low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Alken-Maes is not committed to any reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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