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Beverage Manufacturing
CZ
updated 2 months ago

Plzeňský Prazdro

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Plzeňský Prazdro, also known as Pilsner Urquell Brewery, is a renowned Czech brewery headquartered in Plzeň, Czech Republic. Established in 1842, it is celebrated as the birthplace of the world’s first pale lager, Pilsner, which has set the standard for the brewing industry globally. The brewery operates primarily in Central Europe, with a strong presence in markets across the Czech Republic and beyond. Specialising in the production of high-quality lagers, Plzeňský Prazdro is distinguished by its commitment to traditional brewing methods and the use of local ingredients, including Saaz hops and soft Plzeň water. The brewery has achieved significant recognition, being a key player in the global beer market and consistently winning awards for its flagship product, Pilsner Urquell. With a rich heritage and a focus on innovation, Plzeňský Prazdro continues to shape the future of brewing while honouring its storied past.

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66

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Beverage Manufacturing industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

21

Industry Benchmark

Plzeňský Prazdro's score of 66 is higher than 82% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Plzeňský Prazdro's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Plzeňský Prazdroj reported total carbon emissions of approximately 327,020,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 20,582,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of around 25,896,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling approximately 280,542,000 kg CO2e, which encompasses categories such as business travel and purchased goods and services. Comparatively, in 2022, the total emissions were about 365,046,000 kg CO2e, indicating a reduction of approximately 38,026,000 kg CO2e year-on-year. The breakdown for 2022 included Scope 1 emissions of about 21,831,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of around 26,864,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of approximately 316,351,000 kg CO2e. Plzeňský Prazdroj has committed to achieving carbon neutrality in two phases: by 2030 for production emissions and by 2050 for the total emissions across the value chain. This commitment reflects a long-term strategy to address climate change and reduce their overall carbon footprint. The emissions data is cascaded from their parent company, Asahi Group Holdings, Ltd., which oversees various sustainability initiatives, including those related to carbon emissions and climate commitments. Plzeňský Prazdroj's performance data is sourced directly from their own reporting, ensuring transparency in their environmental impact assessments.

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25,943,000
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Scope 2
62,804,000
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Scope 3
314,912,000
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Plzeňský Prazdro's primary industry is Beverages, which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Plzeňský Prazdro is in CZ, which has a very high grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Plzeňský Prazdro 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
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UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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