"CO₂ Optimised" certification: Coca-Cola HBC Switzerland breaking new ground in the beverage industry

In order to be the first company in the beverage industry to obtain the “CO₂ Optimised” certification from Swiss Climate, Coca-Cola HBC Switzerland prepared a comprehensive CO₂ footprint that included everything from ingredients to packaging disposal and defined targeted initiatives to reduce emissions on this basis. The certification represents an important step in the company’s long-term commitment to protecting the climate. 

To record all CO₂ emissions along the entire value chain, a thorough examination of suppliers, transport, refrigeration and waste disposal was undertaken. This resulted in a holistic and certified CO₂ footprint – both for the company with its production in Switzerland and for the individual beverages.

The CO₂ footprint provided the basis for defining the right priorities and measures for reducing CO₂, which was also required for certification by Swiss Climate and is important for achieving the 2030 climate targets.

Analysis with surprising moments along the way

Figuring out the actual facts was an elaborate but revealing phase of the certification process. Roughly 35 people were involved in drawing up the CO₂ footprint, including not only the internal sustainability officers but also suppliers and service providers of Coca-Cola HBC Switzerland. This provided a wealth of valuable insights and numerous ideas on how the company can further reduce CO₂ emissions in a targeted manner.