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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.

DitchCarbon Score

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.

11

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.

3

Industry Benchmark

Universal Robina's score of 11 is higher than 65% 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 about 337,953,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 136,665,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This marks a notable increase in emissions compared to 2021, when total emissions were approximately 705,160,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 294,674,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 260,642,000 kg CO2e. URC has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. The absence of emissions data for 2022 suggests a potential gap in reporting or a focus on other sustainability efforts during that year. As a leading player in the food and beverage industry in the Philippines, URC's climate strategy remains crucial in addressing the growing concerns around carbon emissions and climate change.

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Scope 1
195,345,130
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Scope 2
216,731,140
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Scope 3
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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 medium 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. Universal Robina is headquartered in PH, which has a rank of high, indicating high grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Universal Robina is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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