BRITANNIA Sustainability Profile
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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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
BRITANNIA'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.
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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 significant contributions from Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, which totalled about 93,583,000 kg CO2e and 66,405,000 kg CO2e, respectively. The majority of emissions stem from Scope 3, amounting to approximately 4,256,930,000 kg CO2e. In 2023, the emissions figures were similar, with total emissions also around 4,300,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 93,583,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 66,405,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 4,256,930,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. The combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions for 2023 were approximately 159,989,000 kg CO2e. BRITANNIA has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments, nor does it appear to have cascaded data from any parent organization. The company is actively engaged in monitoring its emissions across all scopes, but further details on reduction strategies or pledges are not available. Overall, BRITANNIA's emissions data reflects a substantial carbon footprint, particularly in Scope 3 emissions, highlighting the need for ongoing efforts in sustainability and emissions reduction.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
BRITANNIA has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
