Aitken Spence
Aitken Spence PLC, a prominent player in the Sri Lankan business landscape, is headquartered in Colombo, LK. Founded in 1868, the company has evolved into a diversified conglomerate with significant operations across various sectors, including tourism, logistics, manufacturing, and services. With a strong focus on sustainable practices, Aitken Spence is renowned for its unique offerings in the hospitality industry, operating several award-winning hotels and resorts. The company also excels in freight forwarding and supply chain solutions, leveraging advanced technology to enhance efficiency. Recognised for its commitment to quality and innovation, Aitken Spence has achieved notable milestones, including numerous accolades for excellence in service and sustainability. As a leader in its industry, Aitken Spence continues to shape the economic landscape of Sri Lanka and beyond.
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Aitken Spence's score of 46 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Aitken Spence's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Aitken Spence reported total carbon emissions of approximately 93,015,000 kg CO2e, comprising 62,001,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 20,799,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 10,235,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which include business travel and waste generated in operations. This marks a significant reduction from previous years, particularly from 2019 when total emissions were about 308,438,000 kg CO2e. The company has committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, with targets set across all scopes. Aitken Spence's long-term climate strategy includes a commitment to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), reinforcing its dedication to sustainable practices. The company has been proactive in its emissions reduction efforts, having already made substantial progress in lowering its Scope 1 and 2 emissions over the years. Overall, Aitken Spence's climate commitments reflect a robust approach to tackling carbon emissions, aligning with global sustainability goals while operating from its headquarters in Sri Lanka (LK).
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Add to project| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 375,351,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 31,583,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 |
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