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.
How does Keurig Green Mountain'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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Keurig Green Mountain's score of 60 is higher than 76% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Keurig Green Mountain, headquartered in the US, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. The company is a current subsidiary of Keurig Dr Pepper Inc., which may influence its climate commitments and reporting. While there are no documented reduction targets or specific emissions figures, Keurig Green Mountain is part of a broader corporate family that is engaged in various sustainability initiatives. The company is linked to Keurig Dr Pepper Inc., which has made commitments under the RE100 initiative, aiming for 100% renewable energy in its operations. As a subsidiary, Keurig Green Mountain may inherit climate strategies and performance metrics from its parent company, Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. However, specific details regarding emissions reductions or targets from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other frameworks are not currently available. In summary, while Keurig Green Mountain is involved in sustainability efforts through its corporate relationships, detailed emissions data and specific reduction commitments are not provided at this time.
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| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 47,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 90,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
Keurig Green Mountain's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 6% last year and increased significantly since 2014, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 46% 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.
Keurig Green Mountain 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.