Centrica
Centrica plc, a leading energy services and solutions company, is headquartered in the United Kingdom. Founded in 1997, Centrica has established itself as a key player in the energy sector, primarily operating in the UK, North America, and Europe. The company is renowned for its core services, including electricity and gas supply, energy management, and home services, which are designed to enhance customer experience and promote sustainability. With a commitment to innovation, Centrica has made significant strides in the energy transition, focusing on renewable energy and smart technology solutions. The company has achieved notable milestones, such as its investment in low-carbon energy projects, positioning itself as a market leader in the evolving energy landscape. Centrica's dedication to customer-centric services and sustainable practices continues to drive its success in the competitive energy market.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Centrica'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.
Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Other 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.
Industry Benchmark
Centrica's score of 56 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Centrica's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Centrica reported total carbon emissions of approximately 21,180,922,000 kg CO2e, comprising 1,674,829,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 6,647,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 21,180,922,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions significantly. Centrica has set ambitious climate targets, aiming to achieve net zero emissions by 2040, with a goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2032, using 2019 as the base year. Additionally, they aim for a 40% reduction in emissions by the end of 2034. These targets encompass all scopes of emissions, demonstrating a comprehensive approach to climate action. The company’s emissions data highlights the importance of addressing both direct and indirect emissions, with a significant portion stemming from Scope 3, which includes emissions from the use of sold products. Centrica's ongoing efforts to enhance sustainability and reduce its carbon footprint align with industry standards and reflect a proactive stance in combating climate change.
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Get Started| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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| Scope 1 | 1,698,388,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 38,734,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 126,137,878,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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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.
Centrica 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.
