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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.
+72 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.
Beverage Manufacturing has above-average carbon intensity
The Beverage Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 34% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Givaudan, headquartered in CH and operating in the Beverages industry, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4.16 billion kg CO2e in 2025. This includes about 130.64 million kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 6.54 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and approximately 4.02 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions.
In 2024, Givaudan's total carbon emissions were around 4.19 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 132.75 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at about 6.84 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at approximately 4.05 billion kg CO2e.
For 2023, the company's total emissions were approximately 3.51 billion kg CO2e, comprising around 135.75 million kg CO2e for Scope 1, 17.11 million kg CO2e for Scope 2, and about 3.36 billion kg CO2e for Scope 3.
Givaudan has set several climate commitments. The company aims to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2045. In the near-term, Givaudan commits to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 70% by 2030 from a 2015 base year. Additionally, they aim to cut absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 25% by 2030 from a 2020 base year. For Scope 3 FLAG (Forest, Land and Agriculture) GHG emissions, Givaudan commits to a 30.3% reduction by 2030 from a 2020 base year, alongside a commitment to no deforestation across primary deforestation-linked commodities by December 31, 2025.
Long-term targets include reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 90% by 2045 from a 2015 base year, and absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 90% by 2045 from a 2020 base year. The company also aims for a 72% reduction in absolute Scope 3 FLAG GHG emissions by 2045 from a 2020 base year. These targets are approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are consistent with reductions required to limit global warming to 1.5°C. Givaudan is also a signatory of the UN Pledge "Business Ambition for 1.5°C".
2045
90% reduction in Scope 2
Givaudan SA commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 90% by 2045 from a 2015 base year.* *The target boundary includes land-re…
2030
42% reduction in Scope 2
Givaudan SA commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 70% by 2030 from a 2015 base year.* *The target boundary includes land-re…
2045
90% reduction in Scope 1
Givaudan SA commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 90% by 2045 from a 2015 base year.* *The target boundary includes land-re…
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