Anheuser-Busch Inbev SA
Anheuser-Busch Inbev's GHG Emissions Data Preview
In 2024, Anheuser-Busch Inbev completed a corporate carbon footprint assessment and publicly disclosed its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions according to the GHG Protocol, covering Scope 1 (direct emissions from owned or controlled sources), Scope 2 (indirect emissions from purchased energy) and Scope 3 (indirect emissions across the value chain).
Anheuser-Busch Inbev has also provided a category-level breakdown for 4 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.
| Metric (tCO2e) | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 - 2017 |
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Total Scope 1 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  c | 0000000 |
Total Scope 2 | ||||
Market-Based | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  b | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | 0000000 |
Location-Based | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | 0000000 |
Unspecified Calculation Method | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  c | 0000000 |
Total Scope 3 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  b | 0000000 |
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M) | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  c | 0000000 |
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Insights into Anheuser-Busch Inbev's Operational Emissions
In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Anheuser-Busch Inbev amounted to 4,470,000 metric tons of CO2 equivalent. This figure includes both direct emissions from owned or controlled sources (Scope 1) and indirect emissions from purchased energy (Scope 2). a
Compared to 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Anheuser-Busch Inbev decreased by 5.7%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations. a
Anheuser-Busch Inbev's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 1
- Year-over-Year Change
What are Anheuser-Busch Inbev's Scope 1 emissions?
In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of Anheuser-Busch Inbev were 2,490,000 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a
Compared to the previous year (2023), Anheuser-Busch Inbev's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 6.04%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls. a
What are Anheuser-Busch Inbev's Scope 2 emissions?
In 2024, Anheuser-Busch Inbev reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 760,000 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 1,980,000 tCO₂e using the location-based method. a
Has Anheuser-Busch Inbev reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?
Compared to the previous year (2023), Anheuser-Busch Inbev's Scope 2 emissions (Location-Based) have remained relatively stable, indicating that Anheuser-Busch Inbev 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint. a
What methodology does Anheuser-Busch Inbev use for Scope 2 reporting?
In 2024, Anheuser-Busch Inbev reported its Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method and using the location-based method. a
Anheuser-Busch Inbev's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 2 Location-Based
- Total Scope 2 Market-Based
- Total Scope 2 (Unspecified Calculation Method)
Insights into Anheuser-Busch Inbev's Value Chain Emissions
In 2024, Anheuser-Busch Inbev reported 20,370,000 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing indirect emissions across its upstream and downstream value chain. a
The 2024 disclosure of Anheuser-Busch Inbev includes a breakdown across 4 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, matching the level of disclosure in 2023, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year. a
Anheuser-Busch Inbev's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 3
- Year-over-Year Change
What are Anheuser-Busch Inbev's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2024, Anheuser-Busch Inbev reported total Scope 3 emissions of 20,370,000 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a
Approximately 73.27% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 26.73% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment. a
Has Anheuser-Busch Inbev reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?
Since 2018, Anheuser-Busch Inbev's Scope 3 emissions have decreased by 13.13%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time. a b
Compared to the previous year (2023), Anheuser-Busch Inbev's Scope 3 emissions remained relatively stable, indicating that Anheuser-Busch Inbev 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its value chain footprint. a
What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Anheuser-Busch Inbev disclose?
In 2024, Anheuser-Busch Inbev reported emissions for 4 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol. a
The limited disclosure restricts visibility into specific emission sources across the company's value chain.
What are the main sources of Anheuser-Busch Inbev's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2024, the largest contributors to Anheuser-Busch Inbev's Scope 3 emissions were: a
- Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 12,770,000 tCO₂e (70.51%)
- Use of Sold Products (Cat. 11): 4,570,000 tCO₂e (25.23%)
- Fuel- and Energy-Related Services (Cat. 3): 500,000 tCO₂e (2.76%)
Anheuser-Busch Inbev's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories
Insights into Anheuser-Busch Inbev’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers
In 2024, Anheuser-Busch Inbev reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 2,490,000 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 51,066 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 48.76 tCO₂e per millions USD. a
Anheuser-Busch Inbev's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers
How does Anheuser-Busch Inbev's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?
In 2024, Anheuser-Busch Inbev reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 48.76 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 26.6 , this places the company above its industry benchmark, indicating it is less carbon-efficient than most competitors. a
Where does Anheuser-Busch Inbev rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?
In 2024, Anheuser-Busch Inbev ranked 24 out of 23 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD). a
This places Anheuser-Busch Inbev among the least efficient performers, with one of the highest emissions intensities in its sector. a
Insights into Anheuser-Busch Inbev's Total Carbon Footprint
In 2024, Anheuser-Busch Inbev reported a total carbon footprint of 24,840,000 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 8.41% decrease compared to 2023, indicating progress in reducing its overall greenhouse gas output. a
The largest contributor to Anheuser-Busch Inbev's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 82% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 1 emissions at 10.02%. a