Targets
Reduction by 2030 (2018 baseline)
Absolute reduction in FLAG emissions associated with dairy sourcing by 2030 (SBTi validated)
Absolute reduction in non-FLAG emissions by 2030 (SBTi validated)
Carbon in our operations
Continuous decarbonisation remains the most ambitious element of our strategy. In 2024, our GHG footprint in Scope 1 and 2 decreased by 7.5% compared to 2023. We also had a reduction in Scope 1 & 2 and biogenic emissions of 13.5% (against a 2018 base year).
Our performance
GHG Emissions in Operational Control (MtCO2e)
Scopes 1-2 and biogenic emissions, 2018-2024
| £bn | Biogenic Emissions, MtCO2e | Scope 2, MtCO2e | Scope 1, MtCO2e |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 15,331 | 66,702 | 141,880 |
| 2023 | 11,944 | 86,074 | 144,041 |
| 2022 | 13,286 | 125,918 | 141,681 |
| 2021 (total incl. MWC) | 13,132 | 150,929 | 143,159 |
| 2020 | 15,659 | 120,718 | 107,956 |
| 2019 | 11,956 | 124,859 | 102,698 |
| 2018 (baseline year) | 10,174 | 131,820 | 116,993 |
Renewable electricity
2024 (Glanbia plc Operational control incl. MWC)*
| £bn | Renewable electricity | Electricity from non-renewable sources |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 71% | 29% |
| 2023 | 62% | 38% |
| 2022 | 45% | 55% |
*Percentage of renewable electricity is calculated based on Renewable Energy Certificates (REC), power purchasing contracts or grid electricity data where other sources are not available.
2025 priorities
Glanbia's ambition is a 50% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 from a 2018 base year. We continue to work towards 100% renewable electricity procurement for our operations by 2028.
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