China Mengniu Dairy
China Mengniu Dairy Company Limited, commonly known as Mengniu, is a leading player in the dairy products 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 offerings include milk, yoghurt, ice cream, and cheese, distinguished by their commitment to quality and innovation. 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, continually striving to enhance its product range and meet the evolving needs of consumers.
+13 vs industry average
China Mengniu Dairy’s score of 31 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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Industry Intensity
Dairy Processing is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Dairy Processing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 23% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
China Mengniu Dairy's reported carbon emissions
China Mengniu Dairy, headquartered in HK and operating in the Dairy products sector, has outlined significant climate commitments. The company aims to achieve carbon neutrality across Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 2050.
For Scope 1 and 2 emissions, Mengniu Dairy has committed to reducing emissions by 2030 to support the 1.5°C target of the Paris Climate Agreement. Specific emission figures for recent years include:
- 2025: Approximately 189.7 kg CO2e for Scope 1, and about 1029.7 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (location-based). Scope 3 emissions for upstream and downstream transportation and distribution were approximately 203.9 kg CO2e and 551.8 kg CO2e, respectively.
- 2024: Approximately 277.5 kg CO2e for Scope 1, and about 1016.7 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (location-based).
- 2023: Approximately 270.4 kg CO2e for Scope 1, and about 1152.9 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (location-based).
- 2022: Approximately 253.7 kg CO2e for Scope 1, and about 1172.0 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (location-based).
- 2021: Scope 1 emissions were approximately 260,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were about 1,100,000,000 kg CO2e. The company also reported a GHG emission intensity for dairy products of 171.0 kg CO2e per tonne.
- 2020: Scope 1 emissions were approximately 210,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were about 1,060,000,000 kg CO2e. The GHG emission intensity was reported as 169.0 kg CO2e per tonne.
- 2019: Scope 1 and 2 emissions totalled approximately 1,160,000,000 kg CO2e, with a GHG emission intensity of 168.0 kg CO2e per tonne.
- 2018: Scope 1 and 2 emissions totalled approximately 1,100,000,000 kg CO2e, with a GHG emission intensity of 174.0 kg CO2e per tonne.
The company is actively working to reduce energy consumption and increase the proportion of renewable energy to achieve its climate goals. Mengniu Dairy's data is not cascaded from a parent organisation.
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China Mengniu Dairy’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
3 goals2030
We will reduce energy consumption, increase the proportion o…
We will reduce energy consumption, increase the proportion of renewable energy, and effectively reduce greenhouse gas emissions to support t…
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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