The main challenge these companies face in reducing their carbon emissions lies in tackling their Scope 3 emissions.

These emissions are indirect and originate from activities across the supply chain rather than from the companies directly.

They can represent about 90% of a beverage company’s total carbon footprint, thus becoming a crucial aspect of achieving their net zero goals.

Scope 3 emissions are tricky: they stem from the practices of suppliers and partners, often beyond the direct control of the brands themselves.

Many suppliers face hurdles in adopting greener solutions, largely due to limitations in capability, resource availability or lack of information on cost-effective options.

The REfresh Alliance is committed to dismantling these barriers by providing suppliers with the necessary tools to make a successful shift to renewable energy.

So far, the Alliance has brought more than 300 suppliers into its fold, engaging them in detailed discussions about renewable options available.

Ralf Peters, Coca-Cola Europacific Partners’ Chief Procurement Officer, says: “We have long recognised the need for industry collaboration to deliver the most impact and to accelerate the transition across our supply chains.