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Starbucks Corporation, commonly known as Starbucks, is a leading global coffeehouse chain headquartered in Seattle, Washington, USA. Founded in 1971, the company has grown to become a prominent player in the beverages industry, with a significant presence across North America, Europe, and Asia.
Starbucks is renowned for its high-quality coffee, handcrafted beverages, and a diverse menu that includes teas, pastries, and snacks. The brand's commitment to ethically sourced coffee and innovative drink offerings sets it apart in a competitive market.
With over 30,000 locations worldwide, Starbucks has achieved remarkable milestones, including the introduction of the popular Starbucks Rewards programme and the expansion of its product line to include plant-based options. As a market leader, Starbucks continues to shape the coffee culture while maintaining a strong focus on sustainability and community engagement.
61
DitchCarbon score
+33 vs industry average
Starbucks’s score of 61 is higher than 73% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
High
Beverage Manufacturing has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.374
20182025
The Beverage Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 34% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
20202021202220232024202520262027
Reported emissions
Scope 1
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Scope 2
•••kg CO₂e
Scope 3
•••kg CO₂e
Total reported
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Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Starbucks's reported carbon emissions
Starbucks, a US-based Beverages company, reported approximately 13.25 billion kg CO2e in total Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions for 2024. This figure includes about 395.67 million kg CO2e from Scope 1 and approximately 319.06 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based). Scope 3 emissions were substantial, totalling around 12.54 billion kg CO2e.
Looking back, Starbucks's total emissions were approximately 13.12 billion kg CO2e in 2023, about 14.68 billion kg CO2e in 2022, and approximately 13.92 billion kg CO2e in 2021. In 2019, the base year for some of their targets, total emissions were around 12.88 billion kg CO2e.
Starbucks has committed to significant climate action, including a net-zero target by 2050 as a founding member of Transform to Net Zero. The company has also set Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) approved near-term and long-term targets. These include an absolute reduction of 50% in Scope 1, 2, and 3 greenhouse gas emissions by FY2030 from a FY2019 base year.
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Starbucks’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
4 goals2030
50% reduction in Scope 2
Starbucks commits to reduce absolute scope 1, scope 2, and scope 3 GHG emissions 50% by FY2030 from a FY2019 base year.
Behind target50%
2030
50% reduction in scope 3 total
Starbucks commits to reduce absolute scope 1, scope 2, and scope 3 GHG emissions 50% by FY2030 from a FY2019 base year.
Behind target50%
2030
50% reduction in all scopes
Starbucks commits to reduce absolute scope 1, scope 2, and scope 3 GHG emissions 50% by FY2030 from a FY2019 base year.
Behind target50%
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
FY2030 targetSee details
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Carbon Disclosure Project
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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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Active
RE 100
2022 targetSee details
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Climate Action 100
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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Starbucks17 days ago
61
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