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Heineken N.V., a leading name in the global beverages industry, is headquartered in the Netherlands (NL) and operates in over 70 countries worldwide. Founded in 1864, the company has established itself as a pioneer in brewing, with a rich heritage that includes the introduction of the iconic Heineken lager, renowned for its distinctive taste and quality.
With a diverse portfolio that includes over 300 international, regional, and local beer brands, Heineken stands out for its commitment to innovation and sustainability. The company has achieved significant milestones, such as being one of the largest brewers globally, and is celebrated for its premium products and strong market presence. Heineken's dedication to excellence and responsible drinking continues to solidify its position as a leader in the beverages sector.
96
DitchCarbon score
+68 vs industry average
Heineken’s score of 96 is higher than 97% 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
High
Beverage Manufacturing has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.374
20182025
The Beverage Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 34% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
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Reported emissions
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Heineken's reported carbon emissions
Heineken, a Netherlands-based Beverages company, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 14.92 billion kg CO2e in 2025. This includes Scope 1 emissions of 928 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) of 105 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of 13.89 billion kg CO2e.
Looking back, Heineken's total emissions were approximately 15.91 billion kg CO2e in 2024, consisting of 974 million kg CO2e for Scope 1, 117 million kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and 14.82 billion kg CO2e for Scope 3. In 2023, the company reported total emissions of around 14.28 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 1.01 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 (market-based) at 268 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 13 billion kg CO2e.
Heineken is committed to reaching net-zero GHG emissions across its entire value chain by 2040, a target validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The company has a near-term SBTi target to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 90% by 2030 from a 2022 base year. Additionally, it aims to reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions from purchased goods and services, fuel and energy related activities, upstream transportation and distribution, waste generated in operations, business travel, employee commuting, upstream leased assets, use of sold products, and end-of-life treatment of sold products by 25% within the same timeframe. Heineken also targets an 80% reduction in absolute Scope 3 FLAG (Forest, Land, and Agriculture) GHG emissions by 2040 from a 2022 base year.
Further commitments include reaching net-zero in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, with a target to increase annual active sourcing of renewable electricity to 100% by 2030 from 58% in 2022. The company aims for an overall 30% reduction in absolute emissions across its value chain by 2030, using a 2021 baseline. Heineken also previously committed to reducing CO2 emissions in production by 40% between 2015 and 2020 (against a 2008 baseline), achieving 6.4 kg CO2/hl. As of the end of 2023, Heineken had already reduced beverage production Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 34% compared to 2018.
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Heineken’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
5 goals2030
90% reduction in Scope 2
Energy/industrial Heineken N.V. commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 90% by 2030 from a 2022 base year*. *The target bound…
At risk90%
2030
90% reduction in Scope 1
Energy/industrial Heineken N.V. commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 90% by 2030 from a 2022 base year*. *The target bound…
Behind target90%
2040
80% reduction in scope 3 total
FLAG Heineken N.V. commits to reduce absolute scope 3 FLAG GHG emissions 80% by 2040 from a 2022 base year*. *The target includes FLAG emiss…
Behind target80%
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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The Climate Pledge
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