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IN
updated 3 months ago

BRITANNIA Sustainability Profile

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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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23

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Food Product Manufacturing industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

15

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 emissions distributed across various scopes: 93,583,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 66,405,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and a significant 4,256,930,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). This data reflects a consistent trend from 2023, where emissions were similarly reported at 4,300,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions remaining unchanged. BRITANNIA's emissions intensity for Scope 1 and Scope 2 combined was about 350.0 kg CO2e per tonne in 2024, a slight increase from 200.0 kg CO2e per tonne in 2023. The company has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges, indicating a potential area for future commitment. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, and all figures are reported directly from BRITANNIA Industries Limited. The company continues to monitor its carbon footprint as part of its sustainability efforts, although specific reduction initiatives have not been outlined.

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201920202021202220232024
Scope 1
75,828,240
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00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 2
40,223,490
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00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
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-
-
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is BRITANNIA's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. BRITANNIA's primary industry is Food Product Manufacturing, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is BRITANNIA's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for BRITANNIA is in IN, which has a very high grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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