Cristal Chile, officially known as Compañía Cervecerías Unidas S.A., is a leading player in the beverage industry, headquartered in Santiago, Chile (CL). Founded in 1850, the company has established a strong presence across various regions in Chile and has expanded its operations into international markets. Specialising in the production of beer, soft drinks, and bottled water, Cristal Chile is renowned for its flagship product, Cristal Lager, which has become a household name. The company prides itself on its commitment to quality and innovation, utilising advanced brewing techniques and sustainable practices. With a significant market share in the Chilean beer sector, Cristal Chile has achieved numerous accolades, solidifying its reputation as a trusted brand. Its dedication to excellence and community engagement continues to drive its success in the competitive beverage landscape.
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In 2024, Cristal Chile reported total carbon emissions of approximately 410,987,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 254,112,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and 156,875,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, while Scope 2 emissions were recorded as zero. The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of about 375,854,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 340,270,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions at 87,657,000 kg CO2e. Cristal Chile has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 40% reduction in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions across both Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 2030, starting from 2021. This commitment reflects the company's focus on reducing emissions and water consumption in its operations and supply chain. The emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, Cristalerías de Chile S.A., which provides a comprehensive overview of the company's environmental impact. Cristal Chile's ongoing efforts to address climate change are crucial in the context of the global push for sustainability and reduced carbon footprints in the industry.
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2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 230,582,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 66,026,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - | - | - |
Scope 3 | 7,992,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Cristal Chile is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.