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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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How does Suntory Holdings Limited's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

44

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.

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Industry Benchmark

Suntory Holdings Limited's score of 44 is higher than 70% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Suntory Holdings Limited's reported carbon emissions

Suntory Holdings Limited, headquartered in Japan, has set ambitious climate commitments aimed at significantly reducing its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. The company has pledged to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 50% by FY2030, using FY2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, Suntory aims for a 30% reduction in absolute GHG emissions across all scopes (1, 2, and 3) within the same timeframe. These targets include biogenic emissions and removals from bioenergy feedstocks, aligning with the science-based targets necessary to limit global warming to 1.5°C. Suntory's commitment reflects its proactive approach to climate action, with a clear focus on both operational emissions (Scope 1 and 2) and value chain emissions (Scope 3). The company is currently on track to meet its near-term targets, demonstrating a strong commitment to sustainability in the food and beverage processing sector.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Suntory Holdings Limited'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 Suntory Holdings Limited is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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