Heineken N.V., a leading global brewer, is headquartered in the Netherlands (NL) and operates in over 70 countries worldwide. Founded in 1864, the company has established itself as a key player in the beverage industry, primarily focusing on the production and distribution of beer. Heineken's flagship product, the iconic Heineken Lager, is renowned for its distinctive taste and quality, setting it apart in a competitive market. With a diverse portfolio that includes over 300 international, regional, and local beer brands, Heineken has achieved significant milestones, including becoming the second-largest brewer globally. The company's commitment to innovation and sustainability has further solidified its market position, making it a notable name in the brewing sector.
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In 2023, Heineken reported total greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of approximately 15,309,000,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 993,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 200,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and 14,116,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve net zero emissions across its entire value chain by 2040. Heineken's near-term targets include a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using 2022 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company aims to reduce Scope 3 emissions by 25% within the same timeframe. Notably, Heineken has committed to increasing its sourcing of renewable electricity from 58% in 2022 to 100% by 2030. The company has also established interim targets, including a 21% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2030, focusing on categories such as purchased goods and services, fuel and energy-related activities, and upstream transportation. Heineken's commitment to sustainability is further underscored by its pledge to eliminate deforestation linked to its primary commodities by 2025. Overall, Heineken's climate strategy reflects a robust approach to reducing its carbon footprint, aligning with industry standards and global climate goals.
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2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 1,264,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 737,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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