Nespresso
Nespresso, officially known as Nestlé Nespresso S.A., is a leading player in the premium coffee industry, headquartered in Lausanne, Switzerland (CH). Founded in 1986, the company revolutionised the coffee experience with its innovative single-serve espresso machines and high-quality coffee capsules, catering to both home and professional markets. With a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia, Nespresso has established itself as a pioneer in sustainable coffee sourcing through its AAA Sustainable Quality™ Programme. The brand is renowned for its unique range of coffee blends and exceptional machine technology, which deliver a consistent and rich coffee experience. Nespresso's commitment to quality and sustainability has earned it a prominent market position, making it a preferred choice for coffee enthusiasts worldwide.
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Nespresso's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Nespresso reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,484,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 7,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 13,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 1,464,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Over the years, Nespresso's emissions have fluctuated, with total emissions reaching about 1,717,000,000 kg CO2e in 2021 and approximately 1,573,000,000 kg CO2e in 2022. The company has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges, indicating a potential area for improvement in their climate commitments. Nespresso's emissions profile highlights the substantial impact of Scope 3 emissions, which account for the majority of their carbon footprint. The company continues to focus on sustainability, but further transparency regarding reduction strategies and commitments would enhance their climate action narrative.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 7,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 13,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,322,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Nespresso 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.
