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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, a Beverages industry company headquartered in CH, reported its latest total carbon emissions in 2025 as approximately 4.16 billion kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of 130.64 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of 6.54 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of 4.02 billion kg CO2e.
Looking back, the company's total emissions were about 4.19 billion kg CO2e in 2024, 3.51 billion kg CO2e in 2023, and 3.68 billion kg CO2e in 2022.
Givaudan has set several ambitious climate commitments. The company aims to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2045, with this target being validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
For near-term targets, Givaudan commits to reducing its absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 70% by 2030 from a 2015 base year. Additionally, they plan to reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 25% by 2030 from a 2020 base year. Their Scope 3 FLAG (Forest, Land and Agriculture) GHG emissions are targeted for a 30.3% reduction by 2030 from a 2020 baseline, with a commitment to no deforestation across primary deforestation-linked commodities by December 31, 2025.
For long-term targets, Givaudan aims to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 90% by 2045 from a 2015 base year. They also commit to a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 2045 from a 2020 base year, and a 72% reduction in Scope 3 FLAG GHG emissions by 2045 from a 2020 base year.
2045
90% reduction in Scope 2
Givaudan SA commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 90% by 2045 from a 2015 base year.
2030
70% reduction in Scope 2
Givaudan SA commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 70% by 2030 from a 2015 base year.
2045
90% reduction in Scope 1
Givaudan SA commits to reduce absolute scope 1 GHG emissions 90% by 2045 from a 2015 base year.
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