Public Profile

Irish Distillers

Irish Distillers, a prominent player in the spirits industry, is headquartered in Ireland (IE) and operates primarily in the regions of Cork and Dublin. Founded in 1966, the company has established itself as a leader in the production of Irish whiskey, with a rich heritage that includes the iconic Jameson brand. Specialising in the distillation and blending of premium spirits, Irish Distillers is renowned for its unique triple distillation process, which contributes to the smoothness and character of its whiskeys. The company also produces a range of other spirits, including vodka and gin, catering to diverse consumer preferences. With a strong market position, Irish Distillers has achieved notable milestones, including significant international expansion and numerous awards for quality. Its commitment to craftsmanship and innovation continues to set it apart in the competitive landscape of the global spirits market.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Irish Distillers'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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Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Sugar Processing 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.

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Industry Benchmark

Irish Distillers's score of 3 is lower than 67% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Irish Distillers's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, Irish Distillers reported no specific carbon emissions data, indicating a lack of disclosed figures for Scope 1, 2, or 3 emissions. The absence of emissions data suggests that the company may not have publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives at this time. While there are no documented reduction targets or climate pledges available, Irish Distillers operates within an industry increasingly focused on sustainability and reducing carbon footprints. The company may be exploring strategies to align with broader industry standards and practices aimed at mitigating climate impact. As the global beverage sector continues to evolve towards more sustainable practices, Irish Distillers is likely to face pressure to enhance transparency regarding its carbon emissions and to establish measurable climate commitments in the future.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Irish Distillers's primary industry is Sugar, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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. Irish Distillers is headquartered in IE, 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.

Irish Distillers 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
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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