Haleon plc, a leading global consumer healthcare company, is headquartered in Great Britain and operates extensively across Europe, North America, and Asia. Founded in 2022, Haleon emerged from a spin-off of GlaxoSmithKline's consumer healthcare division, marking a significant milestone in the industry. Specialising in over-the-counter medicines, oral health, and wellness products, Haleon offers a diverse portfolio that includes well-known brands such as Sensodyne, Panadol, and Voltaren. These products are distinguished by their commitment to science-backed efficacy and consumer trust. With a strong market position, Haleon is dedicated to improving everyday health and well-being, making it a notable player in the consumer healthcare sector. The company's focus on innovation and sustainability further enhances its reputation as a forward-thinking leader in the industry.
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In 2024, Haleon plc reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 2,590,000,000 kg CO2e across all scopes. This includes 68,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, primarily from mobile combustion, and 121,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, with a market-based total of 7,000,000 kg CO2e. The company’s Scope 3 emissions were notably high, reaching about 2,529,000,000 kg CO2e, with major contributions from purchased goods and services (approximately 1,498,000,000 kg CO2e) and the use of sold products (426,000,000 kg CO2e). Haleon has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 100% reduction in net Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 compared to a 2020 baseline. Additionally, the company has pledged to achieve net zero carbon emissions across all scopes by 2040, in alignment with the Climate Pledge and Race to Zero initiatives. For Scope 3 emissions, Haleon targets a reduction of approximately 42% by 2030 from a 2022 baseline. The company’s near-term targets include a 95% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, with specific goals to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50% from a 2020 baseline by 2030. These targets are part of Haleon's broader strategy to enhance sustainability and reduce its carbon footprint significantly.
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2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 59,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 37,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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