Kweichow Moutai Co., Ltd.
Kweichow Moutai Co., Ltd., often referred to simply as Moutai, is a leading Chinese distillery headquartered in Maotai Town, Guizhou Province, China. Founded in 1951, the company has established itself as a prominent player in the spirits industry, particularly known for its 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. This dedication to craftsmanship has earned the brand a prestigious position in both domestic and international markets, making it a symbol of luxury and cultural heritage. With a strong market presence, Kweichow Moutai has achieved remarkable milestones, including being listed on the Shanghai Stock Exchange and consistently ranking among the world's most valuable spirits brands.
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Kweichow Moutai Co., Ltd.'s reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Kweichow Moutai Co., Ltd. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 254,778,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 244,895,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 9,883,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This represents a reduction from 2022, where total emissions were about 312,862,000 kg CO2e, indicating a significant decrease in their carbon footprint. For 2024, the company anticipates emissions of approximately 290,347,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions projected at about 287,811,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at around 2,536,000 kg CO2e. This suggests a potential increase in total emissions compared to 2023, despite the previous year's reductions. Kweichow Moutai has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The company has reported GHG emissions intensity figures, with a notable decrease from 4.12e-06 in 2022 to 2.95e-06 in 2023, reflecting improvements in operational efficiency. Overall, while Kweichow Moutai has made strides in reducing its emissions, the lack of formal reduction targets or commitments may indicate an area for future development in their climate strategy.
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| 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 256,157,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 56,705,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - |
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Kweichow Moutai Co., Ltd. is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
