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Universal Robina

Universal Robina Corporation (URC), headquartered in the Philippines, is a leading player in the food and beverage industry. Founded in 1954, URC has established a strong presence across Southeast Asia, with significant operations in countries such as Vietnam, Thailand, and Indonesia. The company is renowned for its diverse portfolio, which includes snacks, beverages, and packaged food products, all crafted with a commitment to quality and innovation. URC's core offerings, such as its popular snack brands and ready-to-drink beverages, stand out for their unique flavours and local appeal. Over the years, URC has achieved notable milestones, including expansion into international markets and recognition for its sustainable practices. As a market leader, Universal Robina continues to shape the industry landscape, driven by a passion for excellence and a dedication to consumer satisfaction.

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How does Universal Robina'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.

16

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.

15

Industry Benchmark

Universal Robina's score of 16 is higher than 76% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Universal Robina's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Universal Robina Corporation (URC) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 474,618,000 kg CO2e, comprising 337,953,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 136,665,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This data indicates a focus on direct and indirect emissions from their operations, although no Scope 3 emissions data was disclosed. In 2021, URC's total emissions were about 705,160,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 294,674,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at 260,642,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions from business travel at 25,241,000 kg CO2e. This suggests a significant reduction in total emissions by 2023, highlighting URC's commitment to improving its environmental performance. Despite the absence of specific reduction targets or climate pledges, URC's ongoing efforts to monitor and report emissions reflect an awareness of climate impact and a commitment to sustainability. The company continues to engage in initiatives aimed at reducing its carbon footprint, aligning with industry standards for climate action.

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Scope 1
195,345,130
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Scope 2
216,731,140
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000,000,000
Scope 3
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00,000,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Universal Robina's primary industry is Beverages, which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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 Universal Robina is in PH, which has a high grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Universal Robina is not participating in any 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.

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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