Givaudan SA, a global leader in the flavour and fragrance industry, is headquartered in Switzerland (CH) and operates extensively across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Founded in 1895, Givaudan has established itself as a key player in the beverages sector, specialising in the creation of innovative flavour solutions that enhance taste experiences.
With a commitment to sustainability and creativity, Givaudan offers a diverse range of products, including natural and synthetic flavours tailored for various beverage applications. The company is renowned for its cutting-edge research and development, which has led to numerous industry accolades and a strong market position. Givaudan's dedication to quality and innovation continues to set it apart in the competitive landscape of the beverage industry.
+70 vs industry average
Givaudan’s score of 100 is higher than 100% 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
Beverage Manufacturing has typical carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Beverage Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 48% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Givaudan's reported carbon emissions
Givaudan, a global leader in the beverage industry headquartered in Switzerland, is committed to ambitious climate action. For the reporting year 2025, the company reported total emissions of approximately 4.15 billion kg CO2e. This figure is comprised of Scope 1 emissions totalling about 130.6 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 6.5 million kg CO2e, and substantial Scope 3 emissions amounting to about 4.02 billion kg CO2e. The largest contributor to Scope 3 emissions is purchased goods and services, accounting for approximately 3.61 billion kg CO2e. Givaudan has set forth several key climate commitments: * **Net-Zero Ambition:** The company aims to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions across its value chain by 2045. * **Near-Term Operational Targets:** Givaudan is working to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 70% by 2030, using a 2015 baseline. Furthermore, they aim for their operations (Scope 1+2) to be climate positive by 2040. * **Supply Chain Emissions Reduction:** Givaudan has committed to reducing its Scope 3 emissions by 20% by 2030, also from a 2015 baseline. Their long-term ambition is for their supply chain to be climate positive before 2050. * **Renewable Electricity:** Givaudan is committed to powering 100% of its sites with renewable electricity by 2025. The company's climate targets have been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), confirming their alignment with the 1.5°C pathway. Givaudan is also a signatory to the UN's "Business Ambition for 1.5°C" pledge.
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Givaudan’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
15 goals2040
100% reduction in Scope 2
Emissions Our operations' carbon emissions (scope 1+2) will be cut by 70% before 2030 and will be climate positive before 2040 (baseline 20…
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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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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