Bega Cheese Limited, a prominent player in the Australian dairy industry, is headquartered in Bega, New South Wales. Founded in 1899, the company has evolved significantly, becoming a leading manufacturer of cheese, butter, and other dairy products. Bega Cheese is renowned for its commitment to quality and sustainability, sourcing milk from local dairy farmers across New South Wales and Victoria.
The company’s core offerings include a diverse range of cheeses, including block, sliced, and grated varieties, as well as spreads and butter products. Bega Cheese stands out for its innovative approach to product development and its strong focus on community engagement. With a robust market position, Bega Cheese has achieved notable milestones, including the acquisition of the Vegemite brand, further solidifying its status as a household name in Australia.
+14 vs industry average
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Industry Intensity
Dairy Processing is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Dairy Processing industry has increased its overall emissions by 34% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
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Bega Cheese Limited's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, Bega Cheese Limited reported total carbon emissions of approximately 240.8 million kg CO2e, comprising about 86.9 million kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 153.9 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This represents a slight decrease from 2024, where total emissions were approximately 242.3 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 83.5 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 at about 158.8 million kg CO2e. In 2023, the company recorded total emissions of approximately 254.2 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 84.3 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 at about 169.8 million kg CO2e. Bega Cheese has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 40% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, using 2021 as the base year. Additionally, the company is committed to achieving net zero emissions by 2050, with plans to develop a clearly defined path aligned with the Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi). Bega Cheese's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, and all reported figures are derived directly from their own disclosures. The company continues to focus on reducing its carbon footprint while maintaining transparency in its sustainability efforts.
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Bega Cheese Limited’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
3 goals2030
40% reduction in Scope 2
40% reduction in absolute scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2030 (from a 2021 base year)
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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