Suntory Ltd. Sustainability Profile
Suntory Ltd., a prominent player in the global beverage industry, is headquartered in Japan (JP) and has established a significant presence across Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Founded in 1899, Suntory has evolved from its origins in whisky production to encompass a diverse portfolio that includes spirits, soft drinks, and health foods. Renowned for its innovative approach, Suntory's core products, such as Yamazaki and Hibiki whiskies, are celebrated for their craftsmanship and unique flavour profiles. The company has achieved notable milestones, including the acquisition of Beam Inc. in 2014, which solidified its position as one of the largest spirits companies worldwide. With a commitment to sustainability and quality, Suntory continues to lead the market, setting benchmarks in both product excellence and environmental responsibility.
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Suntory Ltd.'s score of 68 is higher than 81% 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 Ltd., headquartered in Japan (JP), currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. The company is a current subsidiary of Suntory Holdings Limited, which may influence its climate commitments and emissions reporting. Suntory Ltd. has not publicly disclosed any specific reduction targets or achievements related to carbon emissions. The absence of documented reduction initiatives suggests that the company may be in the early stages of developing its climate strategy or reporting framework. As a subsidiary, Suntory Ltd. may inherit climate-related initiatives and targets from its parent company, Suntory Holdings Limited. This includes potential commitments to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and other climate pledges, although specific details on these initiatives are not provided. In summary, while Suntory Ltd. is part of a larger corporate family that may have climate commitments, there is currently no available data on its carbon emissions or specific reduction targets.
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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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Suntory Ltd.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 66% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Suntory Ltd.'s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Suntory Ltd. has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
