Keurig Green Mountain, often referred to simply as Keurig, is a leading player in the coffee and beverage industry, headquartered in Burlington, US. Founded in 1981, the company has revolutionised the way consumers enjoy coffee with its innovative single-serve brewing systems, notably the Keurig K-Cup. With a strong presence across North America, Keurig Green Mountain focuses on providing a diverse range of coffee, tea, and other beverages, catering to both home and office environments. The brand is renowned for its commitment to quality and convenience, offering a wide selection of flavours and blends that appeal to various tastes. Keurig's market position is bolstered by its pioneering technology and strategic partnerships, making it a household name in coffee brewing. The company continues to achieve significant milestones, solidifying its reputation as a leader in the beverage sector.
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In 2014, Keurig Green Mountain reported total carbon emissions of approximately 137,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes about 47,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which are direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and approximately 130,823,313 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which encompass indirect emissions from the value chain. Notably, there were no reported Scope 2 emissions from purchased electricity. The company has shown a reduction in total emissions from 2013, when emissions were about 163,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 34,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions at around 187,513,416 kg CO2e. This indicates a significant decrease in both total and Scope 1 emissions over the year. Keurig Green Mountain has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments, nor does it appear to have set Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) reduction targets. The emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, Keurig Green Mountain, Inc., indicating that the figures reflect the broader corporate family’s performance. Overall, while Keurig Green Mountain has made strides in reducing its carbon footprint, the absence of formal reduction targets suggests a need for more structured climate commitments moving forward.
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| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 35,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | 186,059,823.36 | 000,000,000.00 | 000,000,000.0 |
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.
Keurig Green Mountain has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.