Bunzl Plc
Bunzl Plc, a leading global distribution and outsourcing company, is headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1854, Bunzl has established a strong presence across Europe, North America, and Australia, specialising in the supply of essential products and services across various sectors, including foodservice, cleaning, and safety. The company is renowned for its extensive range of disposable and consumable products, which are tailored to meet the specific needs of its diverse customer base. Bunzl's commitment to sustainability and innovation sets it apart in the industry, enabling it to maintain a competitive edge. With a robust market position, Bunzl has achieved significant milestones, including consistent revenue growth and strategic acquisitions that enhance its service offerings. As a trusted partner, Bunzl Plc continues to deliver value through its comprehensive supply chain solutions.
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Bunzl Plc's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Bunzl Plc reported total carbon emissions of approximately 12,793,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 2,162,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, resulting in a combined total of approximately 14,955,000 kg CO2e for these scopes. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 27.5% absolute reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. This target translates to a reduction from approximately 14,132,000 kg CO2e to about 10,200,000 kg CO2e. Bunzl is also committed to improving carbon efficiency, targeting a 50% reduction in emission intensity per million GBP revenue by 2030. Furthermore, the company has pledged to achieve net-zero emissions across its entire value chain by 2050, which includes significant reductions in Scope 3 emissions, with a target of 90% reduction by the same year. In addition, Bunzl aims for 79% of its suppliers to have science-based targets by 2027, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable practices throughout its supply chain. These initiatives align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) guidelines, demonstrating Bunzl's proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint.
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| 2010 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 95,249,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 28,757,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - |
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