Brown Forman
Brown-Forman Corporation, a prominent player in the global spirits and wine industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1870, the company has established itself as a leader in the production and marketing of premium alcoholic beverages, with a diverse portfolio that includes iconic brands such as Jack Daniel's, Woodford Reserve, and Finlandia Vodka. With operations spanning across North America, Europe, and Asia, Brown-Forman has achieved significant milestones, including its recognition as one of the largest American-owned spirits companies. The company's commitment to quality and innovation sets its products apart, ensuring a unique experience for consumers. As a testament to its market position, Brown-Forman consistently ranks among the top spirits companies globally, reflecting its enduring legacy and dedication to excellence in the industry.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Brown Forman'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.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Brown Forman's score of 19 is higher than 91% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Brown Forman's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Brown Forman reported total carbon emissions of approximately 150,435,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 11,953,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and 792,725,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3, specifically from purchased goods and services. The company also recorded 4,113,000 kg CO2e from business travel within Scope 3. Over the years, Brown Forman has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. Notably, emissions decreased from about 155,728,000 kg CO2e in 2020 to approximately 111,766,000 kg CO2e in 2021, indicating a significant reduction. However, there are currently no specific reduction targets or climate pledges documented, which suggests that while the company is actively managing its emissions, it may not have formalised commitments in line with industry standards such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Overall, Brown Forman's emissions data reflects a proactive approach to climate impact, particularly in managing Scope 1 and 2 emissions, while also addressing the substantial contributions from Scope 3 emissions.
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Add to project| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 173,670,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Brown Forman is committed to some 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.
