Beverage Company Alliances

Coca-Cola, Bacardi, Carlsberg, Diageo, Heineken, and other beverage leaders have joined forces in the 'REfresh Alliance,' an initiative aimed at increasing renewable energy use across their supply chains. This alliance prioritizes reducing Scope 3 emissions -- indirect emissions from suppliers -- which comprise about 90% of a beverage company's carbon footprint.

The REfresh Alliance provides suppliers with essential resources, helping them transition to sustainable energy by addressing barriers such as cost and accessibility. Initially focused on Europe and North America, the alliance aims to expand globally, reflecting the beverage industry's commitment to meeting net-zero goals.

For example, Coca-Cola and Diageo are already mapping their Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions, with both companies setting targets to cut direct emissions by 2030. By combining resources, REfresh fosters collaboration to scale renewable energy adoption and reduce industry-wide carbon impact, supporting a resilient, eco-friendly future for beverage production.