- Water stress in 10 out of 12 operational sites.
- Climate change risks to agricultural raw materials.
- Potential for supply chain disruptions due to acute weather events.
- Scope 3 emissions increased by 3.7% compared to last year.
United Spirits Limited
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023-04 to 2024-03 reporting, United Spirits Limited disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 14.2 (’000 tonnes CO2e). By scope: Scope 1: 4.4 (’000 tonnes CO2e); Scope 2: 9.8 (’000 tonnes CO2e); Scope 3: 1.7K ktCO2e. 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.
GHG Emissions
14.2 (’000 tonnes CO2e)
2023-04 to 2024-03
Renewable Energy
98.6%
of total energy
Water Usage
711 ML (total) 652 ML (water-stressed areas)
2023-04 to 2024-03
Waste
61.0K tonnes
2023-04 to 2024-03
Energy Use
9.0K TJ (direct) + 48 TJ (indirect)
2023-04 to 2024-03
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023-04 to 2024-03)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | 4.4 (’000 tonnes CO2e) |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 9.8 (’000 tonnes CO2e) |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 1.7K ktCO2e |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Achieved 87% reduction in absolute GHG emissions (market/net based) since 2020.
- Achieved 98.6% renewable energy share in direct energy consumption.
- Maintained zero waste to landfill in direct operations.
- Replenished more than 1 million Cu.M. of water over the past three years across water-stressed sites, exceeding the 2026 target by 25%.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce water consumption by 40% by 2030 (water-stressed areas); 30% improvement across the company.
- Increase recycled content in PET bottles to 40% by 2025, 100% by 2030.
- 100% of plastic waste collected and managed under EPR by 2030.
📅 Medium-term
- Reduce Scope 3 emissions by 50% by 2030.
- Achieve 50% women’s representation in USL’s Leadership Team by 2030.
- Educate 1 million consumers about drink driving risks by 2030.
- Create an attitude change towards underage alcohol consumption among 0.8 million young people by 2030.
🔭 Long-term
- Net zero carbon in direct operations (Scope 1 and 2) by 2030.
- 100% renewable energy across all direct operations by 2030.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Promoting ModerationPreventing harmful use of AlcoholEnsuring responsible marketing/retailing of alcoholEnsuring access to clean water, sanitation and hygieneStrengthening security of agri-food chainsReducing or eliminating wasteProtecting the natural ecosystem our business relies onMitigating or adapting to climate changeSupporting good livelihoods and working conditionsCorporate GovernanceIncluding and empowering women, minorities and under represented groups