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Kweichow Moutai

Kweichow Moutai Co., Ltd., often referred to simply as Moutai, is a prestigious Chinese distillery headquartered in Maotai Town, Guizhou Province, CN. Founded in 1951, the company has established itself as a leader in the spirits industry, specialising in the production of premium baijiu, a traditional Chinese liquor. Moutai's flagship product, Kweichow Moutai, is renowned for its unique flavour profile and meticulous production process, which includes fermentation in mud pits and a double distillation method. With a rich history and significant milestones, Moutai has become synonymous with luxury and quality, often regarded as the national liquor of China. The company holds a dominant market position, frequently topping sales charts and earning accolades for its exceptional craftsmanship. Moutai's commitment to excellence and tradition continues to set it apart in the competitive spirits market, making it a sought-after choice for connoisseurs worldwide.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Kweichow Moutai'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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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.

11

Industry Benchmark

Kweichow Moutai's score of 10 is lower than 68% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Kweichow Moutai's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Kweichow Moutai reported total carbon emissions of approximately 254,778,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes about 244,895,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which encompass direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and approximately 9,883,008 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, related to indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity, steam, heating, and cooling. Currently, Kweichow Moutai has not established any specific reduction targets or climate pledges, indicating a potential area for future commitment in addressing climate change. The absence of documented reduction initiatives suggests that the company may need to enhance its climate strategy to align with industry standards and expectations for sustainability.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Kweichow Moutai's primary industry is Beverages, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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. Kweichow Moutai is headquartered in CN, which we do not have grid emissions data for.

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