Bunzl
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 continues to deliver value through its comprehensive supply chain solutions.
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Bunzl's score of 62 is lower than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Bunzl's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Bunzl plc reported carbon emissions of approximately 14,165,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 combined in Great Britain, with a total of about 16,325,000 kg CO2e when considering location-based emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 27.5% absolute reduction in Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. This target translates to a commitment to reduce emissions by 50% per million GBP revenue. Furthermore, Bunzl aims for 80% of its suppliers, based on emissions from purchased goods and services, to establish science-based targets by 2027. Looking towards the long term, Bunzl has committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. This includes a significant goal of reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 90% and Scope 3 emissions by 90% from the 2019 baseline by 2050. These initiatives reflect Bunzl's dedication to aligning with global climate goals and contributing to a sustainable future.
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Add to project| 2010 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - |
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