China Mengniu Dairy Company Limited, commonly known as Mengniu, is a leading player in the dairy industry, headquartered in Hong Kong. Founded in 1999, the company has rapidly expanded its operations across major regions in China, establishing a strong presence in the dairy market. Mengniu's core business areas include the production of milk, yogurt, ice cream, and cheese, with a commitment to quality and innovation that sets its products apart. The company has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for product excellence and sustainability initiatives. As one of the largest dairy producers in China, Mengniu holds a prominent market position, recognised for its diverse product range and strong brand reputation. With a focus on health and nutrition, Mengniu continues to lead the way in the evolving dairy landscape.
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China Mengniu Dairy's score of 38 is higher than 67% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, China Mengniu Dairy reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,072,749,000 kg CO2e globally, with emissions from Scope 1 at about 1,119,310 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at approximately 27,980,000 kg CO2e. The company also disclosed significant Scope 3 emissions, particularly from purchased goods and services, amounting to about 2,716,378,610 kg CO2e. For 2024, Mengniu's Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services were reported at approximately 2,894,451,990 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for carbon neutrality across all scopes (Scope 1, 2, and 3) by 2050. In the near term, from 2023 to 2030, Mengniu plans to reduce energy consumption and increase the use of renewable energy to support the 1.5°C target of the Paris Climate Agreement, specifically targeting reductions in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. The GHG emissions intensity for dairy products is reported at about 165,000 kg CO2e per tonne, reflecting the company's ongoing efforts to monitor and manage its carbon footprint. These initiatives underscore Mengniu's commitment to sustainability and its proactive approach to addressing climate change.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | - |
| Scope 2 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
China Mengniu Dairy's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 7% last year and increased by approximately 16% since 2022, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" representing nearly all of their reported Scope 3 footprint.
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.
China Mengniu Dairy 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.
