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 34% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Givaudan's reported carbon emissions
Givaudan, a company in the beverages industry headquartered in CH, has reported significant progress on its climate commitments. For the reporting year 2023, Givaudan's total absolute emissions amounted to approximately 35.1 billion kg CO2e, encompassing Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions.
The company is actively working towards ambitious reduction targets. Givaudan aims to cut its Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 70% by 2030, using 2015 as a baseline. Furthermore, they have committed to reducing their Scope 3 GHG emissions by 20% by 2030 against a 2015 baseline, with an additional ambition to achieve a 50% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2040. Givaudan's long-term vision includes becoming a climate-positive business by 2050, which means removing more greenhouse gases from the atmosphere than are emitted across its entire value chain.
In terms of operational achievements, Givaudan has committed to sourcing 100% of its electricity from renewable sources by 2025, aligning with the RE100 initiative. The company's commitment to these science-based targets has been validated, demonstrating a structured approach to decarbonisation.
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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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Data year: 2030
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