Kirin
Kirin Holdings Company, Limited, commonly known as Kirin, is a prominent player in the beverage and food industry, headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Founded in 1907, Kirin has established itself as a leader in the production of beer, soft drinks, and dairy products, with significant operations across Asia, Oceania, and beyond. The company is renowned for its flagship Kirin Lager Beer, which has garnered international acclaim, alongside a diverse portfolio that includes non-alcoholic beverages and health-oriented products. Kirin's commitment to innovation and quality has positioned it as a market leader, with notable achievements in sustainable practices and product development. With over a century of experience, Kirin continues to shape the beverage landscape, blending tradition with modernity to meet evolving consumer preferences.
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Kirin's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Kirin Holdings reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 3,375,967,000 kg CO2e globally, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 353,404,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 212,148,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and a significant 3,375,967,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). In Japan, the company recorded total emissions of about 370,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 248,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1) and 122,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2). Kirin has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes by 2050, with a target to halve emissions compared to 1990 levels. Specifically, the company plans to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50% and Scope 3 emissions by 30% by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. Furthermore, Kirin aims for 100% renewable energy use by 2040 for its Scope 2 emissions. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which classifies Kirin's near-term targets as consistent with limiting global warming to 1.5°C. The long-term goal includes a 90% reduction in total emissions (Scopes 1, 2, and 3) by 2050, demonstrating Kirin's commitment to sustainability and climate action.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 361,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 464,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 4,163,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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