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Danone

Danone S.A., commonly known as Danone, is a global leader in the food and beverage industry, headquartered in France. Founded in 1919, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including Europe, North America, and Asia. Danone is renowned for its diverse portfolio, which encompasses dairy products, plant-based alternatives, bottled water, and specialised nutrition. The company’s commitment to health and sustainability sets it apart, with innovative offerings such as probiotic yoghurts and organic products. Danone has achieved significant milestones, including its recognition as a pioneer in the health-focused food sector. With a strong market position, Danone continues to drive growth through its dedication to quality and consumer well-being, making it a trusted name in households worldwide.

DitchCarbon Score

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100

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Dairy Processing industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

9

Industry Benchmark

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Danone's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Danone reported total carbon emissions of approximately 19,791,227,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 684,663,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 122,408,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and a significant 18,984,106,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This represents a decrease from 2023, where total emissions were about 21,657,250,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 788,093,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 255,584,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at around 20,613,573,000 kg CO2e. Danone has committed to achieving net-zero emissions across its entire value chain by 2050, encompassing all scopes of emissions. Near-term targets include a 46.3% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 from a 2020 baseline, and a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. Additionally, Danone aims to reduce absolute emissions from purchased goods and services, fuel and energy-related activities, and waste generated in operations by 90% by 2050, also from a 2020 base year. The company has set specific intensity reduction targets, including a 50% reduction in carbon intensity for Scope 1 and 2 by 2020, and a 30% absolute reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030. Danone is also committed to no deforestation across its primary deforestation-linked commodities by 2025. These initiatives reflect Danone's proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Danone's primary industry is Dairy products, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Danone is in FR, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Danone is participating in some 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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