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 24 is higher than 93% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, BRITANNIA reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,256,930,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 93,583,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at around 66,405,000 kg CO2e. The company also disclosed significant Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for approximately 4,256,930,000 kg CO2e, indicating a substantial impact from its supply chain and product lifecycle. In 2022, BRITANNIA's total emissions were about 4,253,981,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 and 2 emissions totalling approximately 126,071,000 kg CO2e. The trend shows an increase in emissions over the years, with total emissions rising from about 124,898,330 kg CO2e in 2021 and 117,962,630 kg CO2e in 2020. Despite the increase in emissions, BRITANNIA has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The company has disclosed emissions data for Scopes 1, 2, and 3, highlighting its awareness of the broader environmental impact of its operations. BRITANNIA's emissions intensity has been reported at approximately 200 kg CO2e per tonne of finished product in recent years, reflecting its operational efficiency in relation to carbon output. The company continues to monitor and report its emissions, aligning with industry standards for transparency in climate commitments.
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2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 75,828,240 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 40,223,490 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 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 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.