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Zwack Unicum

Zwack Unicum Nyrt., commonly known as Zwack, is a distinguished Hungarian company headquartered in Budapest, Hungary (HU). Founded in 1790, Zwack has a rich heritage in the spirits industry, primarily focusing on the production of herbal liqueurs and bitters. The company is renowned for its flagship product, Unicum, a unique herbal digestif that boasts a secret recipe of over 40 herbs and spices, setting it apart in the competitive market. With a strong presence in Central and Eastern Europe, Zwack has achieved notable milestones, including its listing on the Budapest Stock Exchange. The brand is celebrated not only for its traditional craftsmanship but also for its commitment to quality and innovation, securing a prominent position in the spirits sector. As a leader in the herbal liqueur market, Zwack Unicum continues to captivate consumers with its distinctive flavours and storied legacy.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Zwack Unicum'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.

13

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

Zwack Unicum's score of 13 is lower 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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Zwack Unicum's reported carbon emissions

In 2021, Zwack Unicum reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,876,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions accounting for about 1,396,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions at approximately 480,000 kg CO2e. The company has shown a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, as evidenced by a decrease in total emissions from about 1,815,000 kg CO2e in 2019 to 1,876,000 kg CO2e in 2021. However, there are no specific reduction targets or initiatives disclosed in their reports. Zwack Unicum's emissions data indicates a focus on Scope 1 and Scope 3 emissions, with no reported Scope 2 emissions in recent years. The company has not set any formal climate pledges or reduction targets, which places it in a challenging position within the industry context of increasing climate commitments. As a company headquartered in Hungary (HU), it is essential for Zwack Unicum to align with global sustainability trends and enhance its climate strategies moving forward.

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Scope 2
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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. Zwack Unicum'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. Zwack Unicum is headquartered in HU, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Zwack Unicum 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
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero

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