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Diageo
Diageo plc, a global leader in beverage alcohol, is headquartered in Great Britain and operates in over 180 countries. Founded in 1997, Diageo has established itself as a powerhouse in the spirits and beer industry, with a diverse portfolio that includes iconic brands such as Johnnie Walker, Guinness, and Smirnoff. The company is renowned for its commitment to quality and innovation, consistently delivering premium products that cater to evolving consumer tastes. Diageo's strategic focus on sustainability and responsible drinking has further solidified its market position, making it a notable player in the global alcohol sector. With a rich heritage and a forward-thinking approach, Diageo continues to set benchmarks in the industry, driving growth and enhancing its reputation worldwide.
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Diageo's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Diageo reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 5,570,171,000 kg CO2e across all scopes. This includes 354,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and 4,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The majority of their emissions, about 5,557,017,100 kg CO2e, fall under Scope 3, which encompasses indirect emissions from their value chain. Diageo has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve net-zero carbon emissions in their direct operations (Scopes 1 and 2) by 2030. This target is part of their Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) approved near-term goal, which requires a reduction of more than 95% from their 2020 baseline. In 2023, they achieved a 5.3% reduction in emissions from their direct operations, keeping them on track for their 2030 goal. For Scope 3 emissions, Diageo has committed to a 50% reduction by 2030 and a 90% reduction by 2050, both from a 2022 base year. Their long-term strategy includes a commitment to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across their entire value chain by 2050. Overall, Diageo's climate strategy reflects a robust commitment to sustainability, with specific targets aimed at reducing their carbon footprint significantly in the coming years.
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| 2007 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 874,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 186,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 |
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