Monster Beverage Corporation manufactures and distributes energy drinks globally.
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Monster's emissions are rising 17% year-on-year while absolute reduction targets remain unvalidated. The company discloses Scope 1 and 2 data but lacks third-party verification, independently confirmed SBTi targets, and any Scope 3 reduction commitments despite Scope 3 representing 99% of total emissions. Weak biodiversity disclosure and a D-grade plastic pollution rating compound the picture.
Monster Beverage scores 32/100 (Below expectations) on SINK's independent climate assessment, scored from public data only. Fees pay for the review, never the result. Last verified May 2026.
That places Monster Beverage joint 557th of 847 companies scored, and joint 41st of 46 in Food & Beverage (non-meat).
Where Monster Beverage sits among food & beverage (non-meat) peers.
Among the 46 major food & beverage (non-meat) brands we've scored, Monster Beverage is tied =41st of 46, with 1 other.
Its three lowest-scoring questions, and what the evidence didn't show.
No absolute emissions reduction across any scope.
No TNFD disclosure, no deforestation policy, no biodiversity targets.
Majority energy consumption sits with third-party bottlers over which Monster has limited control.
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Monster Beverage Corporation manufactures and distributes energy drinks globally. Founded in 1935 and headquartered in Minnesota, the company operates an asset-light model, outsourcing manufacturing to third-party bottlers and co-packers. It competes in the non-alcoholic beverage sector alongside Red Bull, energy drink manufacturers, and soft drink giants.
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