- Rise in lost-time accidents in 2021
- Water scarcity in several regions
- Alcohol misuse globally
Carlsberg A/S
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2020 | 563.0K tonnes (2020) |
| 2019 | 626 kt CO2e (market-based) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced brewery carbon emissions per hectolitre of beer by 40% since 2015
- Reduced water use per hectolitre of beer by 21% since 2015
- Partnership with WWF to restore seagrass in the UK
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Halve the amount of water used to make every hectolitre of beer by 2030 (halfway mark in 2022)
📅 Medium-term
- Eliminate emissions from breweries by 2030
🔭 Long-term
- Achieve ZERO carbon footprint, ZERO water waste, ZERO irresponsible drinking, and ZERO accidents culture by 2030
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate ChangeWater StewardshipResponsible DrinkingSafetyDiversity & InclusionEthical Conduct