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Kirin Holdings Company, Limited, commonly known as Kirin, is a prominent Japanese beverage corporation headquartered in Japan. Established in 1907, the company has a long-standing history in the industry, evolving into a leading player in the global beverages sector. Kirin’s core business encompasses the production of beer, soft drinks, and other non-alcoholic beverages, with a reputation for quality and innovation.
Operating across Asia and beyond, Kirin has achieved notable milestones, including expanding its product portfolio and strengthening its market presence. Its flagship products, particularly its beer offerings, are recognised for their distinctive taste and craftsmanship. As a key industry player, Kirin continues to set standards in the beverage market through its commitment to excellence and sustainable growth.
82
DitchCarbon score
+54 vs industry average
Kirin’s score of 82 is higher than 88% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
High
Beverage Manufacturing has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.374
20182025
The Beverage Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 34% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
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Reported emissions
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Kirin's reported carbon emissions
Kirin, a Japanese Beverages company, reported its latest Scope 1 and 2 emissions for 2025 as approximately 375.4 million kg CO2e and 190.7 million kg CO2e (market-based) respectively. In 2024, the company's total emissions were approximately 4.66 billion kg CO2e, comprising about 392.26 million kg CO2e for Scope 1, 188.93 million kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 4.08 billion kg CO2e for Scope 3.
Kirin has set ambitious climate commitments validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The company aims to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2050 from a 2019 base year. Near-term targets include reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 50% by 2030, and absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 30% within the same timeframe. For the long-term, Kirin commits to reducing absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 GHG emissions by 90% by 2050 from a 2019 base year. The company is also committed to 100% renewable energy use by 2040 (RE100) for its Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, Kirin aims for no deforestation across its primary deforestation-linked commodities by December 26, 2025.
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Kirin’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
5 goals2050
Kirin Holdings Co Ltd commits to achieve net-zero greenhouse…
Kirin Holdings Co Ltd commits to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across the value chain by 2050.
At risk0%
2050
90% reduction in Scope 1
Kirin Holdings Co Ltd commits to reduce absolute scope 1 GHG emissions 90.0% by 2050 from a 2019 base year.
Behind target90%
2030
50% reduction in Scope 2
Kirin Holdings Co Ltd commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 50.0% by 2030 from a 2019 base year.
Insufficient data50%
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
2030 targetSee details
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Carbon Disclosure Project
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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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RE 100
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Climate Action 100
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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Kirin6 months ago
82
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