Heineken
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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Heineken's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Heineken reported total carbon emissions of approximately 15,906,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 974,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 117,000 kg CO2e (market-based) and 863,000 kg CO2e (location-based). The majority of emissions, around 14,815,000 kg CO2e, were from Scope 3, which includes emissions from purchased goods and services, upstream transportation, and the use of sold products. Heineken has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a minimum 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, based on a 2022 baseline. This target includes high-quality carbon removals to neutralise a maximum of 10% of residual emissions. Additionally, the company aims to reduce absolute Scope 3 emissions by 25% within the same timeframe. Heineken is also committed to achieving net-zero emissions across its entire value chain by 2040. The company has made strides in renewable energy, planning to increase its sourcing of renewable electricity from 58% in 2022 to 100% by 2030. Furthermore, Heineken has pledged to eliminate deforestation linked to its primary commodities by 2025. Overall, Heineken's climate strategy reflects a robust commitment to sustainability and significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions, aligning with global climate goals.
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| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 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 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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