Keurig Green Mountain, often referred to simply as Keurig, is a leading player in the coffee and beverage industry, headquartered in Burlington, US. Founded in 1981, the company has revolutionised the way consumers enjoy coffee with its innovative single-serve brewing systems, notably the Keurig K-Cup. With a strong presence across North America, Keurig Green Mountain focuses on providing a diverse range of coffee, tea, and other beverages, catering to both home and office environments. The brand is renowned for its commitment to quality and convenience, offering a wide selection of flavours and blends that appeal to various tastes. Keurig's market position is bolstered by its pioneering technology and strategic partnerships, making it a household name in coffee brewing. The company continues to achieve significant milestones, solidifying its reputation as a leader in the beverage sector.
How does Keurig Green Mountain'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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Keurig Green Mountain's score of 22 is higher than 85% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2020, Keurig Green Mountain reported total carbon emissions of approximately 992,460 kg CO2e. This figure includes 29,030 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, while Scope 2 emissions were recorded at 0 kg CO2e. The majority of their emissions, about 963,430 kg CO2e, fell under Scope 3, indicating significant indirect emissions primarily from their supply chain and product use. Keurig Green Mountain has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. The absence of documented reduction strategies suggests a need for further commitment to climate action within the industry context. As a major player in the beverage sector, the company faces increasing pressure to enhance transparency and implement effective measures to mitigate climate impact.
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2017 | 2020 | |
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Scope 1 | 4,669,153,758.1 | 00,000.00 |
Scope 2 | 2,876,876,948.07 | - |
Scope 3 | 51,177,661,374.71 | 000,000.00 |
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Keurig Green Mountain 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.