Muntons, officially known as Muntons plc, is a leading player in the malt and brewing industry, headquartered in the United Kingdom. Established in 1921, the company has built a strong reputation for producing high-quality malt products, serving breweries, distilleries, and food manufacturers across the globe. With operational facilities in key regions, including East Anglia, Muntons offers a diverse range of malted ingredients, including malt extract, malt flour, and specialty malts. Their commitment to sustainability and innovation sets them apart, as they focus on environmentally friendly practices and bespoke solutions tailored to customer needs. Recognised for their excellence, Muntons has achieved significant milestones, including awards for quality and sustainability. As a trusted partner in the brewing and food sectors, Muntons continues to lead the market with its unique offerings and dedication to customer satisfaction.
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In 2023, Muntons reported total carbon emissions of approximately 47,417,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2 sources, with negligible emissions from Scope 3 at about 60,000 kg CO2e. This marks a significant commitment to sustainability, as the company has set ambitious targets to achieve net-zero carbon status by 2030, advancing its original goal from 2050. Muntons has also committed to reducing its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 45% by 2025, using 2010 as the baseline year. In 2010, their total emissions were approximately 116,866,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 47,302,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at around 22,978,000 kg CO2e. This commitment aligns with industry standards for climate action, aiming to limit global warming to well below 2°C. Overall, Muntons is actively working towards reducing its carbon footprint and enhancing its sustainability practices within the food and beverage processing sector in the UK.
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Add to project2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 47,302,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 22,978,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 69,563,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
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