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Beverage Manufacturing
JP
updated 2 months ago

Kirin Beverage Company, Limited Sustainability Profile

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Kirin Beverage Company, Limited, a prominent player in the beverage industry, is headquartered in Japan (JP) and operates extensively across Asia and beyond. Founded in 1907, Kirin has established itself as a leader in the production of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, including its renowned beers, soft drinks, and health-oriented products. The company is celebrated for its innovative approach to brewing and beverage development, utilising unique ingredients and advanced technology to create distinctive flavours. Kirin's commitment to quality and sustainability has earned it a strong market position, with notable achievements in both domestic and international markets. As a subsidiary of Kirin Holdings Company, Limited, Kirin Beverage continues to shape the beverage landscape with its diverse portfolio and dedication to excellence.

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87

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Beverage Manufacturing 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.

22

Industry Benchmark

Kirin Beverage Company, Limited's score of 87 is higher than 93% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Kirin Beverage Company, Limited's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Kirin Holdings Company, Limited

Kirin Beverage Company, Limited, headquartered in Japan (JP), currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. As a current subsidiary of Kirin Holdings Company, Limited, any emissions data or climate commitments would be inherited from this parent organisation. Kirin Holdings Company, Limited has made significant climate commitments, including participation in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). These initiatives aim to establish science-based targets for reducing greenhouse gas emissions across their operations. However, specific reduction targets or achievements for Kirin Beverage Company, Limited have not been disclosed. The company is also involved in the RE100 initiative, which focuses on sourcing 100% renewable electricity, and the Race to Zero campaign, which encourages businesses to commit to net-zero emissions. These commitments reflect a broader industry trend towards sustainability and climate responsibility. As of now, Kirin Beverage Company, Limited has not publicly outlined specific reduction initiatives or targets, indicating a potential area for future development in their climate strategy.

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Scope 3
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How Carbon Intensive is Kirin Beverage Company, Limited's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Kirin Beverage Company, Limited's primary industry is Beverages, which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Kirin Beverage Company, Limited's Location?

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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. This request for Kirin Beverage Company, Limited is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Kirin Beverage Company, Limited's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Kirin Beverage Company, Limited's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 23% last year and decreased by approximately 17% since 2015, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 71% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
71%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
12%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
7%
Capital Goods
4%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
3%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
2%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Business Travel
<1%
Use of Sold Products
<1%

Kirin Beverage Company, Limited's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Kirin Beverage Company, Limited has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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