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Travis Perkins

Travis Perkins plc, a leading name in the UK building materials and home improvement sector, is headquartered in Northampton, GB. Founded in 1797, the company has evolved into a major supplier, serving both trade professionals and DIY enthusiasts across England, Wales, and Scotland. Specialising in a wide range of products, including timber, plumbing, and electrical supplies, Travis Perkins stands out for its commitment to quality and customer service. The company operates a network of over 600 branches, making it a convenient choice for construction and renovation projects. With a strong market position, Travis Perkins has achieved notable milestones, including its listing on the London Stock Exchange. Its extensive product range and dedication to sustainability further solidify its reputation as a trusted partner in the building industry.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Travis Perkins'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.

40

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Retail Trade 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.

4

Industry Benchmark

Travis Perkins's score of 40 is higher than 94% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Travis Perkins's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Travis Perkins reported total carbon emissions of approximately 7,709,157,000 kg CO2e in Great Britain. This figure includes 51,325,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and negligible Scope 2 emissions, while the majority, about 7,829,000 kg CO2e, stemmed from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 80% by 2035, using 2020 as the baseline year. Additionally, Travis Perkins is committed to a 63% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to contribute to limiting global warming to 1.5°C. In 2022, the total emissions were approximately 8,188,188,000 kg CO2e, indicating a slight decrease in emissions over the year. The company continues to focus on sustainability and reducing its carbon footprint across all scopes of emissions, reflecting its commitment to environmental responsibility in the construction and building materials sector.

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Scope 1
61,297,000
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Scope 2
17,794,000
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Scope 3
8,467,124,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Travis Perkins's primary industry is Retail trade services, except of motor vehicles and motorcycles; repair services of personal and household goods (52), which is low 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. Travis Perkins is headquartered in GB, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Travis Perkins 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
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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