Suntory Holdings Limited
Suntory Holdings Limited, a prominent player in the global beverage industry, is headquartered in Japan (JP) and operates extensively across Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Founded in 1899, Suntory has established itself as a leader in the production of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, including whisky, beer, soft drinks, and bottled water. Renowned for its innovative approach, Suntory is celebrated for its premium spirits, particularly its award-winning Japanese whisky, which has garnered international acclaim. The company’s commitment to quality and sustainability has positioned it as a market leader, with notable achievements including the acquisition of Beam Inc. in 2014, enhancing its global footprint. With a diverse portfolio and a focus on craftsmanship, Suntory continues to shape the beverage landscape while upholding its rich heritage.
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Suntory Holdings Limited's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Suntory Holdings Limited reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 253,000,000 kg CO2e from its operations in Japan, comprising 215,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 37,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. Globally, the company’s emissions reached about 772,000,000 kg CO2e, with 564,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 208,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 20,382,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Suntory has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve a 50% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 from a 2019 baseline. Additionally, the company targets a 30% reduction in absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions within the same timeframe. Long-term goals include reaching net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. Notably, Suntory plans to install Japan's largest Power-to-Gas (P2G) system at its Minami Alps Hakushu Water Plant and Hakushu Distillery by 2025, contributing to its Scope 2 reduction efforts. The company is also committed to reducing GHG emissions from barley production by 50% within five years. These targets and initiatives are part of Suntory's broader strategy to align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and demonstrate its commitment to sustainable practices in the food and beverage sector. The emissions data and reduction targets are cascaded from its parent company, Suntory Holdings Limited, reflecting a unified approach to climate action across its corporate family.
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| 2019 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 590,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 424,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 |
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