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Ccu

Ccu, officially known as Compañía Cervecerías Unidas, is a leading beverage company headquartered in CL, with significant operations across Chile and Argentina. Founded in 1850, Ccu has established itself as a key player in the beverage industry, specialising in the production and distribution of beer, soft drinks, and bottled water. The company is renowned for its diverse portfolio, which includes popular brands such as Cristal and Escudo, setting it apart through quality and innovation. Ccu's commitment to sustainability and community engagement has further solidified its market position, making it a trusted name in the region. With a rich history and a focus on excellence, Ccu continues to thrive as a prominent force in the Latin American beverage sector.

DitchCarbon Score

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31

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Other Services 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.

11

Industry Benchmark

Ccu's score of 31 is higher than 92% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Ccu's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, CCU reported total carbon emissions of approximately 83,169,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 25,410,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 39,695,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3, amounting to a total of about 148,274,000 kg CO2e. This marks a significant reduction in emissions compared to previous years, particularly in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, which have decreased from 92,777,000 kg CO2e and 97,481,000 kg CO2e in 2021, respectively. Over the years, CCU has demonstrated a commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions, achieving a reduction of approximately 0.00441 kg CO2e per hectolitre produced in 2023. However, there are currently no specified reduction targets or climate pledges documented, indicating a potential area for future commitment and improvement in their sustainability strategy. CCU's emissions data reflects a proactive approach to managing their carbon footprint, with a focus on reducing emissions across all scopes, particularly in their operational activities.

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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Ccu's primary industry is Other services (93), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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. Ccu is headquartered in CL, which has a rank of medium, indicating medium grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Ccu 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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