Unilever
Unilever, officially known as Unilever PLC, is a British-Dutch multinational company headquartered in London, GB. Founded in 1929, Unilever has established itself as a leader in the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector, operating across various regions including Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas. The company is renowned for its diverse portfolio, which includes well-known brands in personal care, home care, and food and beverages. With iconic products such as Dove, Knorr, and Lipton, Unilever focuses on sustainability and innovation, setting itself apart through its commitment to responsible sourcing and environmental stewardship. As one of the largest FMCG companies globally, Unilever consistently ranks high in market share, reflecting its strong presence and influence in the industry. Notable achievements include its ambitious sustainability goals and a robust response to changing consumer preferences, solidifying its position as a trusted household name.
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Unilever's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Unilever's carbon emissions in Great Britain were reported as 24,065,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 1,666,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. This reflects their ongoing commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions across their operations. Globally, Unilever's total emissions for the same year reached approximately 105,840,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 480,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at 690,000,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions at 53,800,000,000 kg CO2e. Unilever has set ambitious targets to achieve a 100% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using a 2015 baseline. This goal aligns with their strategy to become carbon positive in manufacturing, where the majority of these emissions occur. Additionally, they aim to reduce absolute Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services by 42% by 2030, with a specific target of reducing Scope 3 emissions related to forest, land, and agriculture (FLAG) by 30.3% from a 2021 baseline. Unilever is also committed to achieving net zero emissions across all scopes by 2039. This commitment is part of their broader sustainability strategy, which includes replacing fossil-fuel derived carbon with renewable or recycled carbon in their product formulations by 2030. These targets and commitments are validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Unilever's dedication to addressing climate change and reducing their environmental impact.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 773,856,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 793,472,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Unilever is participating in some of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
