Belu
Belu, officially known as Belu Water, is a pioneering social enterprise headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 2004, the company has established itself as a leader in the bottled water industry, focusing on sustainability and social responsibility. Operating primarily in the UK, Belu is renowned for its commitment to providing 100% carbon-neutral bottled water, sourced from natural springs. Belu's core offerings include still and sparkling water, packaged in eco-friendly materials that set them apart in a competitive market. The company has achieved significant milestones, including partnerships with various hospitality sectors and a strong emphasis on supporting clean water projects globally. With a mission to make a positive impact, Belu continues to position itself as a responsible choice for consumers seeking quality water while contributing to environmental and social causes.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Belu's score of 23 is higher than 55% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Belu's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Belu Water Ltd reported total carbon emissions of approximately 5,842,000 kg CO2e. This figure reflects a significant increase from previous years, including 4,772,000 kg CO2e in 2022 and 2,508,000 kg CO2e in 2021. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 46% by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. This target has been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and is part of Belu's broader strategy to measure and mitigate its Scope 3 emissions as well. Belu's emissions data indicates a fluctuating trend over the years, with total emissions peaking at 6,061,000 kg CO2e in 2019. The company has made strides in reducing its carbon intensity, achieving a carbon intensity of 0.215 kg CO2e per litre produced in 2023, down from 0.249 kg CO2e per litre in 2021. Belu's commitment to sustainability is evident in its proactive approach to addressing climate change, particularly within the food and beverage processing sector in the UK. The company continues to focus on reducing its environmental impact while promoting responsible water consumption.
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| Scope 3 | 2,517,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Belu is committed to some 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.
