Danone S.A. is a multinational company that operates in the food and beverage industry, producing a diverse range of products across four main categories: Essential Dairy and Plant-Based Products, Wat... Danone S.A. is a multinational company that operates in the food and beverage industry, producing a diverse range of products across four main categories: Essential Dairy and Plant-Based Products, Waters, Early Life Nutrition, and Advanced Medical Nutrition. Known for its commitment to sustainability and health, Danone focuses on providing nutritious and accessible options for consumers worldwide. The company’s product portfolio includes popular dairy products like yogurt and cheese, alongside plant-based alternatives, bottled water, and specialized nutrition solutions for infants and individuals with specific health needs. Serving a wide range of markets, Danone plays a pivotal role in sectors addressing global dietary and health demands. Headquartered in France, Danone has a significant presence in both developed and emerging markets, reflecting its status as a major player in the food and beverage sector. The company's dedication to creating healthier food options aligns with global trends towards sustainability and health-conscious consumer behaviors, solidifying its role as a key contributor to these shifting market dynamics.
In 2024, Danone was subject to the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD)'s requirements, which mandated the company to publish EU Taxonomy disclosures.
The company reported the eligibility and alignment of Turnover, Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) and Operating Expenditure (OPEX) with the EU Taxonomy, helping assess the extent to which its business activities align with Europe's environmental sustainability goals.
Danone has also provided an activity-level breakdown of its EU Taxonomy disclosures. This granular reporting enhances transparency around which economic activities of Danone are considered environmentally sustainable and contribute to at least one of the six environmental objectives defined under the EU Taxonomy framework.
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Total Taxonomy Aligned A1 Turnover
Portion of total company turnover generated from economic activities that are eligible under the EU Taxonomy and meet all alignment requirements, including substantial contribution, Do No Significant Harm (DNSH), and minimum safeguards.
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Total Taxonomy Eligible A Turnover
Total turnover of the company associated with activities considered eligible under the EU Taxonomy, regardless of whether they meet alignment criteria.
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Total Taxonomy Non-Eligible B Turnover
Total turnover of the company associated with activities that are not listed as eligible under the EU Taxonomy.
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Total Taxonomy Aligned A1 Opex
Portion of total company OPEX generated from economic activities that are eligible under the EU Taxonomy and meet all alignment requirements, including substantial contribution, Do No Significant Harm (DNSH), and minimum safeguards.
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Total Taxonomy Eligible A Opex
Total OPEX of the company associated with activities considered eligible under the EU Taxonomy, regardless of whether they meet alignment criteria.
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Total Taxonomy Non-Eligible B Opex
Total OPEX of the company associated with activities that are not listed as eligible under the EU Taxonomy.
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Total Taxonomy Aligned A1 Capex
Portion of total company CAPEX generated from economic activities that are eligible under the EU Taxonomy and meet all alignment requirements, including substantial contribution, Do No Significant Harm (DNSH), and minimum safeguards.
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Total Taxonomy Eligible A Capex
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Total CAPEX of the company associated with activities that are not listed as eligible under the EU Taxonomy.
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4.24 CCM/CCA - Production of heat/cool from bioenergy
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7.6 CCM/CCA - Installation, maintenance and repair of renewable energy technologies
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c. Danone's Universal Registration Document (URD) 2022
Insights into Danone's Revenues from Sustainable Activities
In 2024, Danone reported EU Taxonomy-eligible revenues of EUR 69.00 million, representing 0.3% of its total turnover. Of this amount, EUR 0 of Danone's revenues was classified as EU Taxonomy-aligned, indicating that 0% of the revenue-generating activities undertaken by the company substantially contribute to one or more of the six environmental objectives, meet the Do No Significant Harm (DNSH) criteria, and comply with the Minimum Social Safeguards (MSS).a
Insights into Danone's CAPEX from Sustainable Activities
In 2024, Danone reported EU Taxonomy-eligible CAPEX of EUR 191.00 million,representing 16.3% of its total CAPEX. Of this amount, EUR 5.00 million of Danone's CAPEX was classified as EU Taxonomy-aligned, indicating that 0.4% of the company's investments were directed toward economic activities that substantially contribute to one or more of the six environmental objectives, meet the Do No Significant Harm (DNSH) criteria, and comply with the Minimum Social Safeguards (MSS).a
Danone's Taxonomy-Eligible Capex Over Time
Total Taxonomy Aligned A1 Capex
Total Taxonomy Eligible but Not Aligned A2 Capex
Have Danone's increased its investment in sustainable activities over time?
Since 2022, Danone's taxonomy-aligned capital expenditure (CAPEX)increased by 33.33%,pointing to a long-term shift toward greater investment in environmentally sustainable activities recognized under the EU Taxonomy.a, c
How much of Danone's capital expenditure (CAPEX) is eligible under the EU Taxonomy?
In 2024, Danone reported that EUR 191.00 million of its capital expenditure (CAPEX) was eligible under the EU Taxonomy, representing 16.3% of the company's total CAPEX. Of this amount, EUR 5.00 million (0.4% of total CAPEX) was classified as Taxonomy-aligned. This means that 15.9% of Danone's CAPEX is eligible but not aligned, indicating that these investments either did not meet the technical screening criteria, failed to comply with the Do No Significant Harm (DNSH) requirements, or lacked evidence of meeting the Minimum Safeguards (MSS).a
How much of Danone's eligible CAPEX is aligned with the EU Taxonomy?
In 2024, Danone reported that EUR 5.00 million of its CAPEX was aligned under the EU Taxonomy, representing 0.4% of its total capital investment.a
This low alignment reflects that Danone is beginning to transition its capital allocation toward greener investments, but still retains substantial opportunities for further alignment with sustainability goals.
Danone's Eligibility & Alignment Overview
Danone's Contribution to Environmental Objectives
Total Taxonomy Aligned A1 Capex
Total Taxonomy Eligible but Not Aligned A2 Capex
How is Danone's taxonomy-aligned CAPEX distributed across the EU environmental objectives?
In 2024, Danone reported that its taxonomy-aligned capital expenditure (CAPEX) was distributed across the following EU environmental objectivesa:
Climate Change Mitigation: 0.4%
Climate Change Adaptation: 0%
Sustainable Use and Protection of Water and Marine Resources: 0%
Transition to a Circular Economy: 0%
Pollution Prevention and Control: 0%
Protection and restoration of biodiversity and ecosystems: 0%
How much Danone is investing in climate-related solutions?
In 2024, Danone allocated EUR 4.69 million of its CAPEX to activities contributing to the EU Taxonomy's climate-related objectives (Climate Change Mitigation and Climate Change Adaptation). This represented 0.4% of the company's total capital expenditure,indicating that Danonehas only marginally directed its capital expenditure toward climate-related activities, suggesting limited alignment with climate objectives.a
Insights into Danone's OPEX from Sustainable Activities
In 2024, Danone reported EU Taxonomy-eligible OPEX of EUR 0,representing 0% of its total operating expenses (OPEX). Of this amount, EUR 0 of Danone's OPEX was classified as EU Taxonomy-aligned, indicating that 0% of the company's operating expenses were directed toward economic activities that substantially contribute to one or more of the six environmental objectives, meet the Do No Significant Harm (DNSH) criteria, and comply with the Minimum Social Safeguards (MSS).a
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