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William Grant & Sons Limited

William Grant & Sons Limited, a renowned family-owned distillery, is headquartered in Girvan, Scotland (GB). Established in 1887, the company has carved a significant niche in the global spirits industry, primarily focusing on whisky production. With a rich heritage, William Grant & Sons is celebrated for its iconic brands, including Glenfiddich, The Balvenie, and Grant's blended whisky, each distinguished by traditional craftsmanship and innovative techniques. The company operates extensively across Europe, North America, and Asia, solidifying its position as one of the leading independent distillers in the world. Notable achievements include being the first distillery to produce single malt Scotch whisky, which has contributed to its esteemed reputation. With a commitment to quality and sustainability, William Grant & Sons continues to set benchmarks in the spirits market, appealing to connoisseurs and casual drinkers alike.

DitchCarbon Score

How does William Grant & Sons Limited'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.

18

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.

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Industry Benchmark

William Grant & Sons Limited's score of 18 is lower than 75% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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William Grant & Sons Limited's reported carbon emissions

William Grant & Sons Limited, headquartered in Great Britain, currently does not have publicly available carbon emissions data or specific reduction targets. The absence of emissions figures suggests that the company may still be in the early stages of formalising its climate commitments or reporting practices. In the context of the spirits industry, many companies are increasingly focusing on sustainability and carbon reduction initiatives. While specific details on William Grant & Sons' commitments are not provided, the industry trend indicates a growing emphasis on reducing carbon footprints and enhancing environmental responsibility. As the company moves forward, it may consider establishing measurable targets aligned with global climate goals, potentially engaging in initiatives such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to demonstrate its commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions across its operations.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. William Grant & Sons Limited's primary industry is Beverages, which is 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 William Grant & Sons Limited is in GB, which has a low 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.

William Grant & Sons 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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