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Motor Vehicle Retail Services
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updated 9 months ago

Rolls-Royce plc Sustainability Profile

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Rolls-Royce plc, a renowned British multinational, is headquartered in the United Kingdom and operates extensively across Europe, North America, and Asia. Founded in 1904, the company has established itself as a leader in the aerospace and defence sectors, specialising in the design, manufacture, and distribution of power systems for aviation and marine applications. With a rich history marked by innovation, Rolls-Royce is best known for its advanced jet engines and propulsion systems, which are distinguished by their efficiency and reliability. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the development of the Trent engine family, which powers a range of commercial aircraft. As a key player in the global market, Rolls-Royce continues to set benchmarks in engineering excellence and sustainability, solidifying its position as a trusted name in the industry.

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86

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Motor Vehicle Retail Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

32

Industry Benchmark

Rolls-Royce plc's score of 86 is higher than 92% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Rolls-Royce plc's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Rolls-Royce Holdings plc

Rolls-Royce plc, headquartered in Great Britain, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. The company is a current subsidiary of Rolls-Royce Holdings plc, which may influence its climate commitments and emissions reporting. Despite the absence of direct emissions figures, Rolls-Royce plc is aligned with several significant climate initiatives cascaded from its parent company, Rolls-Royce Holdings plc. These initiatives include participation in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), and the Climate Action 100+ initiative, all of which aim to drive substantial reductions in greenhouse gas emissions across the organisation. Rolls-Royce Holdings plc has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, focusing on both operational efficiencies and sustainable practices. The company is committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, with interim targets likely to be established through its SBTi commitments. As a leader in the aerospace and defence sectors, Rolls-Royce plc is actively working towards enhancing its sustainability profile, although specific reduction targets and achievements have not been disclosed at this time. The company's ongoing efforts reflect a broader industry trend towards decarbonisation and climate resilience.

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How Carbon Intensive is Rolls-Royce plc's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Rolls-Royce plc's primary industry is Motor Vehicle Retail Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Rolls-Royce plc's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Rolls-Royce plc is in GB, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Rolls-Royce plc's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Rolls-Royce plc's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 11% last year and decreased by approximately 34% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Their carbon footprint includes supplier sustainability and value chain emissions data across Scope 3 categories, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 97% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Use of Sold Products
97%
Purchased Goods and Services
3%

Rolls-Royce plc's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Rolls-Royce plc has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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