Brown Forman
Brown-Forman Corporation, a prominent player in the global spirits and wine industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1870, the company has established itself as a leader in the production and marketing of premium alcoholic beverages, with a diverse portfolio that includes iconic brands such as Jack Daniel's, Woodford Reserve, and Finlandia Vodka. With operations spanning across North America, Europe, and Asia, Brown-Forman has achieved significant milestones, including its recognition as one of the largest American-owned spirits companies. The company's commitment to quality and innovation sets its products apart, ensuring a unique experience for consumers. As a testament to its market position, Brown-Forman consistently ranks among the top spirits companies globally, reflecting its enduring legacy and dedication to excellence in the industry.
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How does Brown Forman's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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Industry Benchmark
Brown Forman's score of 12 is higher than 71% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Brown Forman's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Brown Forman reported total emissions of approximately 150,435,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 11,953,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and 792,725,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3, specifically from purchased goods and services. The company also recorded 4,113,000 kg CO2e from business travel within Scope 3. Over the years, Brown Forman has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. From 2020 to 2021, the company achieved a significant reduction in total emissions, decreasing from 155,728,000 kg CO2e to 111,766,000 kg CO2e. However, there are currently no specific reduction targets or initiatives disclosed under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. Overall, Brown Forman's emissions data highlights its ongoing efforts to address climate change, particularly in managing Scope 3 emissions, which represent a substantial portion of its overall carbon footprint.
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Get Started| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 173,670,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
Brown Forman 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.
