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Haleon plc

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.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Haleon plc's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

65

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Chemicals 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.

14

Industry Benchmark

Haleon plc's score of 65 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Haleon plc's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Haleon plc reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,538,000,000 kg CO2e globally, with emissions broken down into Scope 1 (60,000,000 kg CO2e), Scope 2 (139,000,000 kg CO2e), and Scope 3 (2,697,000,000 kg CO2e). The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2040. Specifically, Haleon plans to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 100% by 2030 compared to a 2020 baseline, and to cut its Scope 3 emissions by 42% by 2030 from a 2022 baseline. In the UK, Haleon reported Scope 1 emissions of 2,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of 3,000,000 kg CO2e in 2023. The company is committed to significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions, aligning with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure its targets are consistent with limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Haleon's comprehensive approach to sustainability includes a commitment to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 95% by 2030, alongside a 42% reduction in Scope 3 emissions, covering various categories such as purchased goods and services, capital goods, and waste generated in operations. These initiatives reflect Haleon's dedication to addressing climate change and promoting sustainable practices within its operations.

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Scope 1
59,000,000
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Scope 2
37,000,000
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0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
1,755,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Haleon plc's primary industry is Chemicals nec, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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. Haleon plc is headquartered in GB, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Haleon plc is committed to some reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

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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