Uni-President Enterprises Corp. Sustainability Profile
Uni-President Enterprises Corp., commonly referred to as Uni-President, is a leading Taiwanese multinational corporation headquartered in Taipei, Taiwan (TW). Established in 1967, the company has grown to become a prominent player in the food and beverage industry, with significant operations across Asia, particularly in China and Southeast Asia. Specialising in a diverse range of products, Uni-President is renowned for its instant noodles, dairy products, and beverages, which are distinguished by their quality and innovation. The company has achieved notable milestones, including the introduction of its popular instant noodle brand, which has garnered a loyal consumer base. With a strong market position, Uni-President continues to expand its footprint, leveraging its commitment to quality and sustainability. Its dedication to research and development ensures that it remains at the forefront of industry trends, making it a key competitor in the global food sector.
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Uni-President Enterprises Corp.'s reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Uni-President Enterprises Corp. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,650,849,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 62,459,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 106,789,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 1,800,798,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown reveals major contributions from waste generated in operations (about 1,035,013,000 kg CO2e) and purchased goods and services (approximately 116,561,000 kg CO2e). In 2023, the company reported total emissions of about 1,567,140,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 64,903,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at around 104,018,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions for that year were approximately 1,398,218,000 kg CO2e. Uni-President has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for carbon neutrality by 2050. This long-term goal includes transitioning all fuel-powered equipment to electricity and gradually increasing the use of renewable energy. Additionally, the company has established near-term targets, such as reducing carbon emission intensity by a minimum of 2% annually for each General Factory, starting from a 2017 average of 113.91 tCO2e/MT production, and achieving an 80% reduction in Scope 1 emissions from 2005 levels by 2020. These initiatives reflect Uni-President's commitment to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint across all scopes of emissions.
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| 2017 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 56,544,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 95,894,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Uni-President Enterprises Corp.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Uni-President Enterprises Corp.'s Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 29% last year and increased by approximately 29% since 2023, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Waste Generated in Operations" being the largest emissions source at 57% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Uni-President Enterprises Corp.'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.
Uni-President Enterprises Corp. 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.
