Jacobs Douwe Egberts (JDE), a prominent player in the global coffee and tea industry, is headquartered in the Netherlands (NL). Founded in 2015 through the merger of Douwe Egberts and Jacobs Coffee, the company has quickly established itself as a leader in the market, operating in over 100 countries. JDE is renowned for its diverse portfolio of brands, including Jacobs, Douwe Egberts, and Tassimo, offering a wide range of coffee and tea products that cater to various consumer preferences. With a commitment to quality and sustainability, JDE has achieved significant milestones, such as expanding its presence in emerging markets and innovating in product development. The company’s focus on delivering exceptional taste and convenience has solidified its position as a trusted choice for coffee lovers worldwide, making it a key player in the beverage sector.
How does Jacobs Douwe Egberts'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.
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Jacobs Douwe Egberts's score of 46 is higher than 67% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Jacobs Douwe Egberts (JDE) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,551,236,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 326,791,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 94,879,000 kg CO2e, and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled around 4,129,565,000 kg CO2e. Notably, the Scope 3 emissions encompass various categories, with purchased goods and services being the largest contributor at about 3,333,387,000 kg CO2e. Comparatively, JDE's total emissions in 2022 were approximately 4,594,579,000 kg CO2e, indicating a slight reduction in emissions year-on-year. The company has set ambitious targets to further reduce its environmental impact, aiming for a 25% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, using 2020 as the base year. This commitment is aligned with science-based targets established through the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Additionally, JDE is working towards a long-term net-zero ambition by 2050, with a focus on aligning its climate strategies with a 1.5°C target. This includes ongoing efforts to enhance its climate commitments and reduce emissions across all scopes, particularly in Scope 2, where it aims to achieve significant reductions by 2030. Overall, Jacobs Douwe Egberts is actively pursuing its climate commitments while reporting substantial emissions across all scopes, with a clear roadmap for future reductions.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 377,443,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 159,820,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 4,517,075,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Jacobs Douwe Egberts's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 0% last year and decreased by approximately 9% since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 81% of Scope 3 emissions.
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Jacobs Douwe Egberts has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

