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Belu

Belu, officially known as Belu Water, is a pioneering social enterprise headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 2004, the company has established itself as a leader in the bottled water industry, focusing on sustainability and social responsibility. Operating primarily in the UK, Belu is renowned for its commitment to providing 100% carbon-neutral bottled water, sourced from natural springs. Belu's core offerings include still and sparkling water, packaged in eco-friendly materials that set them apart in a competitive market. The company has achieved significant milestones, including partnerships with various hospitality sectors and a strong emphasis on supporting clean water projects globally. With a mission to make a positive impact, Belu continues to position itself as a responsible choice for consumers seeking quality water while contributing to environmental and social causes.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Belu'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.

23

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Water Distribution 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.

17

Industry Benchmark

Belu's score of 23 is higher than 56% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Belu's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Belu Water Ltd reported total carbon emissions of approximately 5,842,000 kg CO2e. This marks an increase from 2022, when emissions were about 4,772,000 kg CO2e. Over the past few years, Belu has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, with significant reductions noted from 2019's emissions of approximately 6,061,000 kg CO2e. Belu has set ambitious targets to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions. The company aims to achieve a 46% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, Belu is committed to measuring and reducing its Scope 3 emissions, which encompass indirect emissions from its value chain. The company's efforts align with industry standards for climate action, as they have engaged with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to validate their reduction targets. This commitment reflects Belu's dedication to sustainability within the food and beverage processing sector, contributing to broader climate goals.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Belu's primary industry is Collected and purified water, distribution services of water (41), 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. This request for Belu is in GB, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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