China Mengniu Dairy
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 reported carbon emissions
In 2023, China Mengniu Dairy reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,423,300,000 kg CO2e, comprising 270,400,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 1,152,900,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This reflects a slight decrease in emissions intensity compared to previous years, with a GHG emission intensity of about 169 kg CO2e per tonne of sales product in 2022. Over the years, Mengniu has shown a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. In 2022, the company achieved total emissions of approximately 1,430,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 253,700,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 1,172,000,000 kg CO2e. The emissions intensity for 2021 was about 171 kg CO2e per tonne of sales product, indicating a gradual improvement in efficiency. Despite these figures, there are currently no publicly disclosed reduction targets or climate pledges from Mengniu, which suggests a need for more structured commitments to align with global climate goals. The company operates within the dairy industry, which is under increasing pressure to enhance sustainability practices and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
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Add to project| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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| Scope 1 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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China Mengniu Dairy is committed to some 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.
