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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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64

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Food Product Manufacturing 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.

13

Industry Benchmark

Diageo's score of 64 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Diageo's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Diageo reported total carbon emissions of approximately 5,570,171,000 kg CO2e globally, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 354,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 4,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and a significant 5,557,017,100 kg CO2e (Scope 3). In the UK, Diageo's Scope 1 emissions were recorded at 121,000,000 kg CO2e for the same year. Diageo has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 95% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, using a 2020 baseline. This target is part of their Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) approval. They also aim to achieve net zero carbon emissions in their direct operations (Scopes 1 and 2) by 2030. In 2023, Diageo achieved a 5.3% reduction in emissions from their direct operations, keeping them on track for their net zero goal. For Scope 3 emissions, Diageo has committed to a 50% reduction by 2030. The company plans to increase its sourcing of renewable electricity from 66% in 2020 to 100% by 2030, further supporting their sustainability objectives. These initiatives reflect Diageo's commitment to addressing climate change and reducing its overall carbon footprint in the beverage industry.

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Scope 1
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000,000,000
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Scope 2
196,000,000
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0,000,000
0,000,000
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Scope 3
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0,000,000,000
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0,000,000,000
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0,000,000,000

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Diageo's primary industry is Food products nec, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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 Diageo is in GB, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Diageo 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
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