- Achieving net ZERO value chain emissions by 2040 requires transformative change across operations and the value chain.
- Reducing absolute carbon emissions while growing the business, particularly in Asia.
- Increasing the share of regeneratively grown raw materials.
- Increasing collection and recycling rates for packaging.
- Replenishing 100% of water consumed at breweries in high-risk areas by 2030.
- Expanding the availability of alcohol-free brews to 100% of markets by 2030.
Carlsberg Group
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Carlsberg Group disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 301 kt CO2e (brewery emissions). 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
301 kt CO2e (brewery emissions)
2023
Renewable Energy
92% (electricity)
of total energy
Water Usage
26.2 million m3
2023
Waste
269.5 tons/year
2023
Energy Use
1.5K GWh (thermal) 729 GWh (electricity)
2023
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 301 kt CO2e (brewery emissions) |
| 2022 | 316 kt CO2 (market-based) / 570 kt CO2 (location-based) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Achieved a 16% reduction in value chain carbon emissions from 2015 to 2022.
- Cut total brewery emissions by a further 6% in 2023 (57% since 2015).
- Reduced water use to 2.5 hl per hl of beer produced in 2023 (31% reduction since 2015).
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce brewery water usage to 2.0 hl/hl globally and 1.7 hl/hl in high-risk areas by 2030.
- Increase combined share of low-alcohol and alcohol-free brews to 35% by 2030.
- Achieve 35% women in senior leadership roles by 2027.
📅 Medium-term
- Reduce value chain carbon emissions by 30% by 2030.
- Source 100% regeneratively grown raw materials by 2040.
🔭 Long-term
- Achieve net ZERO value chain carbon emissions by 2040.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
ZERO Carbon FootprintZERO Farming FootprintZERO Packaging WasteZERO Water WasteZERO Irresponsible DrinkingZERO Accidents CulturePromoting Diversity, Equity and InclusionLiving By Our CompassRespecting Human RightsSourcing ResponsiblyEngaging Communities