HEINEKEN
HEINEKEN, officially known as Heineken N.V., is a leading global brewer headquartered in Mexico (MX). Established in 1864, the company has grown to become one of the largest players in the beverage industry, with a strong presence in over 70 countries. HEINEKEN is renowned for its diverse portfolio of beers, including the iconic Heineken Lager, which is distinguished by its unique brewing process and quality ingredients. With a commitment to innovation and sustainability, HEINEKEN has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of various premium and craft beer brands. The company is recognised for its market leadership, consistently ranking among the top brewers worldwide. Its dedication to responsible drinking and community engagement further solidifies its reputation as a socially responsible enterprise in the competitive beverage landscape.
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How does HEINEKEN's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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HEINEKEN's score of 14 is higher than 83% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
HEINEKEN's reported carbon emissions
As of 2022, HEINEKEN reported total carbon emissions of approximately 6,039,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 1,410,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 9,148,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This data reflects a commitment to transparency in their climate impact, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been detailed in their recent disclosures. In the years leading up to 2022, HEINEKEN has shown a trend of decreasing emissions in Scope 1 and Scope 2. For instance, Scope 1 emissions decreased from about 6,710,000 kg CO2e in 2018 to approximately 6,039,000 kg CO2e in 2022. Similarly, Scope 2 emissions fell from about 9,501,000 kg CO2e in 2018 to around 1,410,000 kg CO2e in 2022, indicating significant progress in reducing their carbon footprint. Despite these reductions, HEINEKEN has not publicly committed to specific science-based targets or climate pledges, which are increasingly becoming industry standards for accountability in climate action. The company continues to focus on sustainability practices, but further details on their long-term climate commitments would enhance their environmental strategy.
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Add to project| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 6,710,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 9,501,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
HEINEKEN is not committed to any reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
