Diageo Celebrates 2020 Sustainability and Responsibility Accomplishments

Goals originally set in 2008 and refreshed in 2015 were among the most ambitious in the industry.

Aug 8th, 2020

Diageo, which has operations in over 180 countries, has announced the conclusion of its 2020 sustainability and responsibility goals. Among the highlights are: reducing greenhouse gas emissions from direct operations by 509,000 metric tons since 2007; reducing emissions by 33.7% across the total value chain; ensuring over 99.5% of its packaging is recyclable; having 45% recycled content in its packaging; improving water efficiency by 46%; and attaining zero waste to landfill at all production sites and offices.

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