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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How does Kweichow Moutai Co., Ltd.'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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Kweichow Moutai Co., Ltd.'s score of 32 is higher than 59% 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 Co., Ltd.'s reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Kweichow Moutai Co., Ltd. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 290,347,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 287,811,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 2,536,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This marks a notable increase from 2023, where emissions totalled approximately 254,778,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 244,895,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 9,883,000 kg CO2e. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, indicating a potential area for future reporting and improvement. Despite the increase in emissions, Kweichow Moutai has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments, which may limit its ability to address climate change effectively. The emissions data is cascaded from Kweichow Moutai Co., Ltd. itself, with no additional information from parent or related organizations. The company operates within the beverage industry, which is increasingly scrutinised for its environmental impact, particularly in terms of carbon emissions.
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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.
