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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.

14

Industry Benchmark

Zwack Unicum's score of 13 is higher than 69% 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 contributing approximately 480,000 kg CO2e. The company has shown a notable decrease in emissions from previous years, with a reduction from about 1,815,000 kg CO2e in 2019 and 1,658,000 kg CO2e in 2020. Zwack Unicum's emissions data primarily includes Scope 1 and Scope 3, while Scope 2 emissions were not reported in recent years. The company has not established specific reduction targets or climate pledges, indicating a potential area for future commitment in line with industry standards for sustainability and climate action. Overall, Zwack Unicum's emissions reflect a commitment to monitoring and reducing their carbon footprint, although further initiatives and targets could enhance their climate strategy.

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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 medium 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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