Hindustan Unilever
Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL), a subsidiary of the global consumer goods giant Unilever, is headquartered in Mumbai, India. Established in 1933, HUL has become a leader in the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector, with a diverse portfolio that spans personal care, home care, and food and beverages. The company is renowned for its iconic brands, including Dove, Surf Excel, and Lipton, which are distinguished by their commitment to quality and sustainability. HUL's innovative approach to product development and marketing has solidified its market position, making it one of the largest and most trusted FMCG companies in India. With a strong focus on consumer insights and a robust distribution network, Hindustan Unilever continues to set benchmarks in the industry, driving growth and enhancing everyday lives.
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Hindustan Unilever's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Hindustan Unilever reported total carbon emissions of approximately 14622000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 220234000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. This marks a notable decrease from 2023, where emissions were approximately 20165000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 219650000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. In 2023, the company also disclosed Scope 3 emissions, which totalled approximately 9582781000 kg CO2e, highlighting the significant impact of its supply chain and product lifecycle on overall emissions. Hindustan Unilever has not set specific reduction targets or climate pledges as per the latest data. However, the company continues to focus on sustainability initiatives aimed at reducing its carbon footprint across its operations. The reported emissions intensity for Scope 1 and Scope 2 in 2024 was about 5.0 kg CO2e per tonne of output, indicating ongoing efforts to improve efficiency. Overall, Hindustan Unilever's commitment to addressing climate change is evident through its emissions reporting and operational transparency, although specific reduction targets have not been established.
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| 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 32,056,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 206,819,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000,000 | - |
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Hindustan Unilever is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
