Nestlé Nespresso SA, commonly known as Nespresso, is a prominent player in the global beverages industry, specialising in premium coffee solutions. Headquartered in Switzerland, the company operates across major regions, delivering innovative coffee brewing systems and high-quality coffee capsules to consumers worldwide. Founded in 1986, Nespresso has established itself as a leader in the single-serve coffee market, renowned for its convenience, sustainability initiatives, and distinctive flavour profiles.
The company's core offerings include its iconic coffee machines and a wide range of coffee capsules, which are celebrated for their consistency and rich taste. Nespresso’s commitment to quality and sustainability has earned it a strong market position, making it a trusted name among coffee enthusiasts and retail partners alike. As a key innovator in the beverages sector, Nespresso continues to shape the future of premium coffee consumption globally.
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Industry Intensity
Beverage Manufacturing has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Beverage Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 34% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
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Nestlé Nespresso SA's reported carbon emissions
Nestlé Nespresso SA: Carbon Emissions and Climate Commitments
Nestlé Nespresso SA, a leading company in the Beverages industry headquartered in Switzerland (CH), is committed to reducing its environmental impact.
Greenhouse Gas Emissions
2024: Nespresso reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 1,656,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure comprises approximately 8,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, approximately 2,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and approximately 1,228,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions.
2023: The company's total emissions were approximately 1,484,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 7,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 13,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at approximately 1,464,000,000 kg CO2e.
2022: Total emissions for 2022 were approximately 1,573,000,000 kg CO2e, including Scope 1 at approximately 8,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 14,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at approximately 1,552,000,000 kg CO2e.
Climate Commitments and Targets
Nestlé Nespresso SA has set ambitious climate targets aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and has joined the UN's Climate Pledge.
Net-Zero Ambition: Nespresso commits to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2050.
Near-Term Targets (by 2030, from a 2018 base year):
- A reduction of 50.4% in absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions.
- An increase in the sourcing of renewable electricity from 73.3% in 2018 to 100% by 2025 and maintaining this through 2030.
- A reduction of 50.4% in absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions.
- A significant reduction of 75% in absolute Scope 3 Land Use emissions (FLAG).
Long-Term Targets (by 2050, from a 2018 base year):
- A reduction of 90% in absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 GHG emissions.
- Maintenance of at least a 75% absolute reduction in Scope 3 FLAG GHG emissions from 2030 through 2050.
Nespresso's Scope 1 and 2 targets are consistent with limiting global warming to 1.5°C. The company's climate commitments are cascaded from its ultimate parent company, Nestlé S.A., which is also committed to these ambitious goals.
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Nestlé Nespresso SA’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
6 goals2030
50.4% reduction in Scope 2
Nespresso SA commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 50.4% by 2030 from a 2018 base year.
2050
90% reduction in scope 3 total
Nespresso SA commits to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions 90% by 2050 from 2018 base year.
2030
50.4% reduction in scope 3 total
Nespresso SA commits to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions 50.4% by 2030 from a 2018 base year.
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
Inherited from Nestlé S.A.
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
Inherited from Nestlé S.A.
RE 100
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Climate Action 100
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