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Dairy Processing
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DANONE, S.A. Sustainability Profile

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Danone, S.A., a leading multinational food-products corporation, is headquartered in Spain and operates extensively across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Founded in 1919, Danone has established itself as a key player in the dairy, plant-based products, and bottled water industries, with a strong commitment to health and sustainability. The company is renowned for its diverse range of products, including yoghurts, dairy alternatives, and infant nutrition, all designed to promote well-being. Danone's innovative approach to nutrition and its focus on high-quality ingredients set it apart in a competitive market. With a robust market position, Danone has achieved significant milestones, including numerous sustainability initiatives and a commitment to reducing its environmental footprint. As a trusted name in the food industry, Danone continues to lead the way in health-focused consumer products.

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96

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Dairy Processing 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.

10

Industry Benchmark

DANONE, S.A.'s score of 96 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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DANONE, S.A.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Danone S.A.

DANONE, S.A., headquartered in Spain, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. The company has not disclosed any absolute emissions figures, including Scope 1, 2, or 3 emissions, nor has it outlined any specific reduction targets or achievements in its climate initiatives. However, DANONE, S.A. is part of a corporate family that includes various climate initiatives and commitments. The company inherits its climate-related data and targets from its parent organisation, Danone S.A., which is actively engaged in sustainability efforts. These initiatives include participation in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), and the RE100 initiative, all of which aim to enhance transparency and accountability in carbon emissions management. As a current subsidiary of Danone S.A., DANONE, S.A. aligns with the broader corporate climate commitments, although specific details on reduction targets or performance metrics have not been provided. The absence of detailed emissions data highlights the need for ongoing efforts in climate accountability and transparency within the organisation.

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Scope 1
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Scope 2
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Scope 3
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How Carbon Intensive is DANONE, S.A.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. DANONE, S.A.'s primary industry is Dairy products, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is DANONE, S.A.'s Location?

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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. This request for DANONE, S.A. is in ES, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

DANONE, S.A.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

DANONE, S.A.'s Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 8% last year and increased significantly since 2009, 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" being the largest emissions source at 78% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
78%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
12%
Use of Sold Products
4%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
4%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
1%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%

DANONE, S.A.'s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

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.

DANONE, S.A. 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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