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Heineken Holding N.V.

Heineken Holding N.V., commonly referred to as Heineken, is a leading global brewer headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1864, the company has established a strong presence in various operational regions, including Europe, the Americas, and Asia-Pacific. Heineken operates primarily in the beverage industry, focusing on the production and distribution of beer and cider. The company is renowned for its flagship product, Heineken Lager, which is distinguished by its unique brewing process and quality ingredients. Over the years, Heineken has achieved significant milestones, including the acquisition of numerous breweries and the expansion of its product portfolio to include a diverse range of international and local brands. With a robust market position, Heineken continues to be recognised for its commitment to sustainability and innovation within the brewing sector.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Heineken Holding N.V.'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.

22

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.

14

Industry Benchmark

Heineken Holding N.V.'s score of 22 is higher than 92% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Heineken Holding N.V.'s reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Heineken Holding N.V. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 15,309,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 993,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of around 200,000,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling approximately 14,116,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has disclosed emissions data across all three scopes, highlighting its commitment to transparency in climate reporting. Despite the substantial emissions figures, there are currently no specific reduction targets or initiatives outlined by Heineken. The absence of documented reduction initiatives suggests that while the company is aware of its carbon footprint, it has not yet committed to formalised reduction strategies or climate pledges. Heineken's emissions data reflects the broader industry context, where beverage companies are increasingly scrutinised for their environmental impact. As the industry moves towards sustainability, Heineken's future commitments will be crucial in aligning with global climate goals.

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20182023
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000,000,000
Scope 2
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000,000,000
Scope 3
17,600,000,000
00,000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Heineken Holding N.V.'s primary industry is Beverages, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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. Heineken Holding N.V. is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

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 Holding N.V. 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.

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

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