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Recticel

Recticel, officially known as Recticel SA, is a leading European player in the insulation and flexible foam industry, headquartered in Belgium. Founded in 1961, the company has established a strong presence across various operational regions, including France, Germany, and the Netherlands. Specialising in high-performance insulation solutions and innovative foam products, Recticel is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and energy efficiency. The company’s core offerings include insulation panels, flexible polyurethane foams, and bedding solutions, all designed to enhance comfort and thermal performance. With a focus on research and development, Recticel has achieved significant milestones, positioning itself as a market leader in the construction and automotive sectors. Its dedication to quality and innovation has earned Recticel numerous accolades, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner in the industry.

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60

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Construction Work 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.

20

Industry Benchmark

Recticel's score of 60 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

99%

Recticel's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Recticel reported total carbon emissions of approximately 691,905,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 4,437,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 3,575,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 683,894,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Recticel has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2050, using 2021 as the base year. The company has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 90% by 2030 and to cut Scope 3 emissions by 25% within the same timeframe. Long-term, Recticel aims to maintain at least a 90% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions from 2030 through 2050, while also targeting a 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2050. These commitments align with industry standards for climate action, reflecting Recticel's dedication to sustainability and reducing its carbon footprint in the building products sector.

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202120222023
Scope 1
5,746,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 2
5,115,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
758,083,000
000,000,000
000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Recticel's primary industry is Construction work (45), 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. Recticel is headquartered in BE, which has a rank of very low, indicating very low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Recticel 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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