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Whyte and Mackay Group Limited

Whyte and Mackay Group Limited, a prominent player in the spirits industry, is headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1844, the company has established itself as a leader in whisky production, particularly known for its blended Scotch whiskies. With a rich heritage and a commitment to quality, Whyte and Mackay operates primarily in the UK and international markets, offering a diverse portfolio that includes brands like Whyte and Mackay Blended Scotch and Dalmore Single Malt. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the acquisition of several distilleries, which has enhanced its production capabilities and brand offerings. Whyte and Mackay's unique approach to craftsmanship and innovation sets it apart in a competitive market, solidifying its position as a respected name in the global spirits landscape.

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36

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Business Services 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.

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Industry Benchmark

Whyte and Mackay Group Limited's score of 36 is higher than 91% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Whyte and Mackay Group Limited's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, Whyte and Mackay Group Limited reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,606,000,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 4,196,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 7,176,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 1,606,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3, primarily from purchased goods and services. This marked a slight increase in Scope 3 emissions compared to 2021, where total emissions were about 1,591,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments. However, it has reported metrics such as total Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions per unit of revenue and per litre of spirit distilled, indicating a focus on improving efficiency. In 2022, the emissions intensity per litre of spirit distilled was 253 kg CO2e, which decreased to 176 kg CO2e in 2023, suggesting a positive trend in reducing emissions intensity despite the lack of formal reduction targets. Overall, while Whyte and Mackay Group Limited has made strides in emissions management, further clarity on specific reduction commitments would enhance its climate strategy.

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Scope 1
5,127,000
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Scope 2
9,193,000
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Scope 3
1,591,000,000
0,000,000,000

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Whyte and Mackay Group Limited's primary industry is Other business services (74), which is very low 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. This request for Whyte and Mackay Group Limited is in GB, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Whyte and Mackay Group Limited 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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