Tsingtao Brewery
Tsingtao Brewery Group, commonly known as Tsingtao, is a renowned Chinese brewery headquartered in Qingdao, Shandong Province, CN. Established in 1903, Tsingtao has grown to become one of the largest and most influential breweries in China, with a significant presence in both domestic and international markets. The brewery primarily operates in the beer industry, specialising in the production of high-quality lagers. Tsingtao's flagship product, Tsingtao Beer, is celebrated for its crisp taste and distinctive brewing process, which incorporates high-quality ingredients sourced from both local and international suppliers. With a rich history and a commitment to quality, Tsingtao has achieved notable milestones, including being one of the first Chinese beers to gain international recognition. Today, it stands as a market leader, exporting to over 70 countries and earning accolades for its exceptional brews.
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Tsingtao Brewery's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Tsingtao Brewery, headquartered in China (CN), reported total carbon emissions of approximately 5,427,063,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 211,748,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of around 241,848,000 kg CO2e, and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled approximately 4,973,467,000 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2022, the brewery's total emissions were about 6,033,376,000 kg CO2e, indicating a reduction in emissions year-on-year. The breakdown for 2022 shows Scope 1 emissions at approximately 188,948,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at about 555,148,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at around 5,289,280,000 kg CO2e. Despite these reductions, Tsingtao Brewery has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or similar frameworks. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests that while the company is making progress in reducing its emissions, it may not have formalised its climate commitments in line with industry standards. Overall, Tsingtao Brewery's emissions data reflects a significant environmental impact, particularly from Scope 3 emissions, which are often the largest contributor in the beverage industry. The company’s ongoing efforts to manage and reduce its carbon footprint will be crucial in addressing climate change and aligning with global sustainability goals.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 310,871,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 616,926,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Tsingtao Brewery is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
