Diageo
Diageo plc, a global leader in beverage alcohol, is headquartered in Great Britain and operates in over 180 countries. Founded in 1997, Diageo has established itself as a powerhouse in the spirits and beer industry, with a diverse portfolio that includes iconic brands such as Johnnie Walker, Guinness, and Smirnoff. The company is renowned for its commitment to quality and innovation, consistently delivering premium products that cater to evolving consumer tastes. Diageo's strategic focus on sustainability and responsible drinking has further solidified its market position, making it a notable player in the global alcohol sector. With a rich heritage and a forward-thinking approach, Diageo continues to set benchmarks in the industry, driving growth and enhancing its reputation worldwide.
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Diageo's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Diageo reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 5,570,171,000 kg CO2e across all scopes. This includes 354,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 4,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a substantial 5,517,171,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. In the UK, Diageo's Scope 1 emissions were reported at about 121,000,000 kg CO2e for the same year. Diageo has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve net zero carbon emissions in its direct operations (Scopes 1 and 2) by 2030. This involves a target to reduce emissions by over 95% from a 2020 baseline. For Scope 1 and 2 emissions, the company has committed to a 100% reduction by FY2030, with interim targets of 50% reductions by FY2030 from a FY2022 base year. Additionally, Diageo aims to reduce its absolute Scope 3 emissions by 50% within the same timeframe. The company has made progress towards these goals, achieving a 5.3% reduction in emissions from its direct operations in the past year. Furthermore, Diageo is committed to increasing its annual sourcing of renewable electricity from 66% in FY2020 to 100% by FY2030. Diageo's long-term targets include a 90% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by FY2040 and a commitment to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by FY2050. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Diageo's commitment to sustainable practices in the food and beverage sector.
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| 2007 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 874,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 186,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 |
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