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Muntons, officially known as Muntons plc, is a leading malt manufacturing company headquartered in the United Kingdom. Established in 1921, Muntons has built a strong reputation in the brewing and distilling industries, with major operations across Europe and beyond. The company specialises in producing high-quality malt products, including malted barley and specialty malts, which are essential for brewing, distilling, and food production.
Renowned for its commitment to quality and sustainability, Muntons has achieved significant milestones, including the development of innovative malt solutions that cater to diverse customer needs. With a focus on customer service and product excellence, Muntons has positioned itself as a trusted partner in the malt supply chain, serving a global market and contributing to the success of breweries and distilleries worldwide.
60
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+25 vs industry average
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Industry Intensity
Very High
Malt Manufacturing is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
0.703
20182025
The Malt Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 23% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
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Reported emissions
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Muntons's reported carbon emissions
Muntons, a UK-based Malt Manufacturing company, is committed to reducing its carbon emissions.
Recent Emissions Data (2025): In 2025, Muntons reported total emissions of approximately 124.5 million kg CO2e. This includes about 10.79 million kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 8.56 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 105.16 million kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions.
Historical Emissions Trend: Muntons has demonstrated fluctuating emissions over recent years. Their total emissions were approximately 100.94 million kg CO2e in 2022, rising from 85.64 million kg CO2e in 2020, but significantly lower than the 126.98 million kg CO2e reported in 2011.
Climate Commitments and Targets: Muntons has set ambitious climate targets:
- Net-Zero by 2030 (Scope 1 & 2): Muntons aims to achieve net-zero carbon emissions for Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 2030, having brought forward this target from 2050. They report having already delivered a carbon saving exceeding 54% towards this goal by 2023.
- Near-Term Absolute Reductions (SBTi): The company commits to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 76.48% by 2035 from a 2018 base year. They also aim to reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions from purchased goods and services, downstream transportation and distribution, and processing of sold products by 62.0% within the same timeframe. Additionally, Muntons targets a 51.5% reduction in absolute Scope 3 FLAG GHG emissions by 2035 from a 2018 base year.
- Long-Term Absolute Reductions (SBTi): Muntons commits to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 90.0% by 2040 from a 2018 base year. They also aim for a 90.0% reduction in absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions and a 72.0% reduction in absolute Scope 3 FLAG GHG emissions by 2040 from a 2018 base year.
- Previous Targets: Muntons had a prior target to reduce on-site Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 45% from 2010 to 2025, which they achieved early in 2022, reaching a 56% decarbonisation of energy-related emissions across their UK sites by the end of 2024 against the 2010 baseline. They also aimed to reduce Scope 3 carbon emissions from the growing of malting barley by 30% by 2030.
Muntons's Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) commitments are set as part of Muntons plc.
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Muntons’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
8 goals2040
90% reduction in Scope 1
Muntons commits to reduce absolute scope 1 GHG emissions 90.0% by 2040 from a 2018 base year.
On track90%
2035
76.48% reduction in Scope 1
Muntons commits to reduce absolute scope 1 GHG emissions 76.48% by 2035 from a 2018 base year.
On track76.48%
2040
90% reduction in Scope 2
Muntons commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 90.0% by 2040 from a 2018 base year.
Behind target90%
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Climate initiatives
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