Nestlé S.A., commonly known as Nestlé, is a global leader in the food and beverage industry, headquartered in Vevey, Switzerland (CH). Founded in 1866, the company has evolved into a powerhouse with a diverse portfolio that includes dairy products, infant nutrition, bottled water, and pet care. Nestlé operates in numerous regions worldwide, with significant presence in Europe, North America, and Asia. Renowned for its commitment to quality and innovation, Nestlé offers iconic brands such as Nescafé, KitKat, and Maggi, each distinguished by their unique flavours and nutritional benefits. The company has achieved notable milestones, including its position as one of the largest food companies globally, consistently ranking high in sustainability and corporate responsibility. With a focus on health and wellness, Nestlé continues to shape the future of nutrition, making it a trusted choice for consumers around the world.
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In 2023, Nestlé reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 76,410,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 3,150,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 151,936,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 72,930,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions across its entire value chain by 2050, with interim targets of a 20% reduction in emissions by 2025 and a 50% reduction by 2030, using 2018 levels as a baseline. Nestlé's recent initiatives include a commitment to increase the sourcing of renewable electricity from 33.4% in 2018 to 100% by 2025. The company has also pledged to achieve net-zero emissions for specific operations, including a pilot farm in South Africa targeting net-zero by 2025. Furthermore, Nestlé aims to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 5% compared to 2020 levels. Overall, Nestlé's comprehensive strategy reflects a strong commitment to sustainability and climate action, aligning with global efforts to mitigate climate change.
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Scope 1 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Nestle is participating in some 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.