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Guinness Limited Sustainability Profile

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Guinness Limited, a renowned name in the brewing industry, is headquartered in Great Britain and operates extensively across Europe, North America, and Asia. Founded in 1759, the company has a rich history marked by innovation and quality, establishing itself as a leader in the production of stout and other beer varieties. The brand is best known for its iconic Guinness Draught, characterised by its distinctive dark colour and creamy head, which sets it apart in the competitive beverage market. With a commitment to quality and sustainability, Guinness Limited has achieved numerous accolades, solidifying its position as a global powerhouse in brewing. The company continues to thrive, blending tradition with modern brewing techniques to deliver exceptional products that resonate with consumers worldwide.

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77

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Beverage Manufacturing industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

25

Industry Benchmark

Guinness Limited's score of 77 is higher than 87% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Guinness Limited's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Diageo plc

Guinness Limited, headquartered in Great Britain, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. However, the company is part of Diageo plc, from which it inherits emissions data and climate commitments. As a current subsidiary, Guinness Limited aligns its sustainability efforts with Diageo's initiatives. Diageo has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, focusing on Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. The company is committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions across its operations by 2030. This commitment includes significant reductions in energy consumption and a transition to renewable energy sources, as part of its RE100 initiative. While specific reduction targets for Guinness Limited are not detailed, the overarching goals from Diageo plc indicate a strong commitment to sustainability and climate action. The initiatives are supported by frameworks such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), ensuring that the company's climate strategies are aligned with global standards. In summary, while specific emissions data for Guinness Limited is not available, the company's climate commitments are robust, reflecting a dedication to reducing its environmental impact in line with its parent company's goals.

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Scope 1
845,000,000
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000,000,000
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000,000,000
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000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 2
171,000,000
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000,000,000
00,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
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00,000,000
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0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
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0,000,000,000
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0,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Guinness Limited's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Guinness Limited's primary industry is Beverage Manufacturing, which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Guinness Limited's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Guinness Limited is in GB, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Guinness Limited's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Guinness Limited's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 116% last year and increased by approximately 116% since 2016, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 76% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
76%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
12%
Capital Goods
6%
Use of Sold Products
4%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
1%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
<1%
Business Travel
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%

Guinness Limited's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Guinness Limited has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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