BRITANNIA
Britannia Industries Limited, commonly known as Britannia, is a leading player in the Indian food industry, headquartered in Bengaluru, India. Founded in 1892, the company has established itself as a household name, particularly in the bakery and dairy sectors. With a diverse portfolio that includes biscuits, bread, cakes, and dairy products, Britannia is renowned for its commitment to quality and innovation. The company operates extensively across India and has a significant presence in international markets. Key milestones in its history include the introduction of iconic products like the Britannia Marie Gold and the launch of its dairy segment. Britannia's market position is bolstered by its strong brand equity and a wide distribution network, making it one of the most trusted names in the industry.
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BRITANNIA's score of 23 is higher than 58% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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BRITANNIA's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, BRITANNIA reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,300,000,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 93,583,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 66,405,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and a significant 4,256,930,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. This data reflects a consistent trend observed in previous years, with 2023 emissions also recorded at 4,300,000,000 kg CO2e, maintaining the same figures across all scopes. BRITANNIA's Scope 1 and 2 emissions combined totalled about 159,989,000 kg CO2e in 2023, with a GHG emissions intensity of 200.0 tonnes CO2e. In 2022, the company reported a total of 126,071,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 emissions, indicating a slight increase in emissions intensity over the years. Despite the substantial emissions figures, BRITANNIA has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments. The company does not appear to have cascaded any emissions data from a parent organization, and there are no reported SBTi (Science Based Targets initiative) reduction targets or climate pledges. Overall, BRITANNIA's emissions profile highlights the need for enhanced climate action and transparency in its sustainability efforts, particularly in addressing the significant Scope 3 emissions that dominate its carbon footprint.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 77,309,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 47,096,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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BRITANNIA is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
