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updated 2 months ago

Kirin Brewery Company, Limited Sustainability Profile

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Kirin Brewery Company, Limited, a prominent player in the beverage industry, is headquartered in Japan. Established in 1885, Kirin has evolved into a leading manufacturer of beer, soft drinks, and other alcoholic beverages, with significant operations across Asia and beyond. The company is renowned for its flagship Kirin Lager, which has become a staple in the global beer market. Kirin's commitment to quality and innovation has led to numerous milestones, including the introduction of advanced brewing techniques and a diverse product range that caters to various consumer preferences. With a strong market position, Kirin continues to achieve notable success, consistently ranking among the top breweries worldwide. The company's dedication to sustainability and community engagement further enhances its reputation as a responsible industry leader.

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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.

25

Industry Benchmark

Kirin Brewery 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 Brewery Company, Limited's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Kirin Holdings Company, Limited

Kirin Brewery 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 various initiatives such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), and RE100. These initiatives aim to drive substantial reductions in greenhouse gas emissions across their operations. However, specific reduction targets or achievements for Kirin Brewery Company, Limited have not been disclosed. As part of its climate strategy, Kirin Brewery Company, Limited is expected to align with the broader sustainability goals set by its parent company, focusing on reducing emissions across all scopes, including Scope 1, 2, and 3. The company is committed to enhancing its environmental performance, although detailed metrics and targets remain unspecified at this time.

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Scope 1
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000,000,000
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000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 2
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000,000,000
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000,000,000
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000,000,000
000,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
4,932,000,000
0,000,000,000
-
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
-
-
0,000,000,000
000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Kirin Brewery Company, Limited's Industry?

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

How Carbon Intensive is Kirin Brewery 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 Brewery Company, Limited is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Kirin Brewery 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 Brewery Company, Limited has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. 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
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