NETHERLANDS – Heineken N.V., a global brewing giant, has signed three key partnerships with Arcadis, NIRAS, and Royal HaskoningDHV as part of its drive toward achieving net zero in scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030.
These partnerships are part of Heineken ‘s Integrated Net Zero Production program, aimed at cutting down emissions at its production and logistics sites by adopting specialized energy solutions and technology.
The program, which focuses on reducing energy demand and transitioning to renewable energy, will impact over 40 Heineken sites globally.
The company expects this collaboration to result in a 30 percent reduction in scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030. Scope 1 and 2 emissions are direct emissions from owned or controlled sources and indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heating, and cooling used by Heineken’s facilities.
Heineken’s Chief Supply Chain Officer expressed the significance of the new partnerships, stating, “Reaching Net Zero in Scope 1 & 2 by 2030 cannot be accomplished in isolation. Collaboration with experts like Arcadis, NIRAS, and Royal HaskoningDHV is essential to reach this milestone at the speed and scale we need.”
Heineken has been making steady progress in reducing its carbon footprint, having already achieved a 34 percent reduction in scope 1 and 2 emissions in 2023 compared to 2018.
The company’s commitment to sustainability extends beyond its production processes, with efforts to engage customers, consumers, and suppliers in adopting environmentally friendly practices throughout its value chain.
Heineken’s sustainability strategy also includes initiatives in regenerative agriculture.
Earlier this year, the company completed its first large-scale regenerative barley harvest in Europe and introduced a returnable 650ml Star Bottle in South Africa as part of its efforts to minimize waste.
The company aims to involve 500 farmers in its regenerative agriculture program by 2025, with plans to expand the initiative to over 1,000 farmers by 2026, covering up to 100,000 hectares.
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