Suntory
Suntory Holdings Limited, commonly known as Suntory, is a leading Japanese beverage and food company headquartered in Osaka, Japan. Founded in 1899, Suntory has established itself as a prominent player in the global beverage industry, with significant operations across Asia, Europe, and the Americas. The company is renowned for its diverse portfolio, which includes premium spirits, soft drinks, and health foods. Suntory's unique offerings, such as its award-winning whiskies and innovative non-alcoholic beverages, set it apart in a competitive market. With a commitment to quality and sustainability, Suntory has achieved notable milestones, including the acquisition of Beam Inc. in 2014, which enhanced its position in the global spirits market. Today, Suntory is celebrated not only for its exceptional products but also for its dedication to environmental stewardship and community engagement.
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Suntory's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Suntory reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 215,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 37,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, resulting in a combined total of around 253,000,000 kg CO2e for these scopes. This data is specific to their operations in Japan. On a global scale, Suntory's emissions included approximately 564,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 208,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and a significant 6,794,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions, which encompass a wide range of activities including purchased goods and services. Suntory has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. In the near term, the company has committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50% and Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 30% by FY2030, using FY2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, Suntory aims to produce barley with 50% lower greenhouse gas emissions within five years, targeting a reduction in Scope 3 emissions. These targets are part of Suntory's broader sustainability strategy and are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which has validated their near-term targets as consistent with the reductions required to limit global warming to 1.5°C. The emissions data and commitments are cascaded from Suntory Beverage & Food Limited, reflecting the company's integrated approach to sustainability within its corporate family.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 241,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 221,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 4,065,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 |
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