Reckitt
Reckitt Benckiser Group plc, commonly known as Reckitt, is a leading global consumer goods company headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1823, Reckitt has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including Europe, North America, and Asia. The company operates primarily in the health, hygiene, and home sectors, offering a diverse range of products that cater to everyday consumer needs. Reckitt's portfolio includes well-known brands such as Dettol, Nurofen, and Finish, each distinguished by their commitment to quality and innovation. With a focus on sustainability and consumer health, Reckitt has achieved notable milestones, including significant advancements in product formulation and environmental responsibility. As a market leader, Reckitt continues to drive growth and maintain a strong competitive position within the consumer goods industry.
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Reckitt's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Reckitt reported total carbon emissions of approximately 7,575,000,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 107,029,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 6,714,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and a significant 7,573,628,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of about 9,186,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 115,705,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 8,902,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and 9,186,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). Reckitt has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 65% by 2030 from a 2015 baseline. This target is validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and includes a commitment to achieve near-zero emissions for Scope 1 by 2025. Additionally, Reckitt aims for a 50% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2030 and plans to increase its sourcing of renewable electricity from 5% in 2015 to 100% by 2030. The company is also committed to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2040, reflecting its dedication to sustainability and climate action. These targets are part of Reckitt's broader strategy to enhance its environmental performance and contribute to global climate goals.
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| 2012 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 94,868,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 178,657,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 15,100 | 00,000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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