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B&B Italia Sustainability Profile

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B&B Italia, a renowned name in the luxury furniture industry, is headquartered in Italy and operates extensively across Europe, North America, and Asia. Founded in 1966, the company has established itself as a leader in contemporary design, known for its innovative approach to furniture manufacturing and collaboration with prominent designers. Specialising in high-end residential and contract furniture, B&B Italia offers a diverse range of products, including sofas, armchairs, and outdoor furnishings. Their commitment to quality craftsmanship and timeless aesthetics sets them apart in a competitive market. Over the years, B&B Italia has received numerous awards, solidifying its position as a benchmark for excellence in design and sustainability. With a rich heritage and a forward-thinking vision, B&B Italia continues to shape the future of modern living spaces.

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37

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Business 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.

29

Industry Benchmark

B&B Italia's score of 37 is higher than 57% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

57%

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B&B Italia's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, B&B Italia reported total carbon emissions of approximately 36,000,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 2,036,000 kg CO2e, reflecting a significant reduction of roughly 24% from 2022 levels, which were approximately 2,693,000 kg CO2e. Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 918,000 kg CO2e (market-based), while Scope 3 emissions accounted for the majority at about 33,000,000 kg CO2e, encompassing categories such as purchased goods and services (approximately 36,195,000 kg CO2e) and end-of-life treatment of sold products (about 5,706,000 kg CO2e). B&B Italia's commitment to reducing its carbon footprint is evident in its recent initiatives, particularly the notable decrease in Scope 1 emissions. The company has not reported any Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) targets but continues to focus on improving energy efficiency and reducing emissions in line with its sustainability goals. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that B&B Italia independently tracks and reports its carbon emissions.

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20142015201620172018201920202023
Scope 1
2,126,200
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 2
1,497,900
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
000,000
Scope 3
-
000,000
000,000
000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is B&B Italia's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. B&B Italia's primary industry is Business Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is B&B Italia's Location?

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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. This request for B&B Italia is in IT, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

B&B Italia's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

B&B Italia's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 130% last year and increased significantly since 2015, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 69% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Purchased Goods and Services
69%
Capital Goods
11%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
11%
Use of Sold Products
2%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
2%
Business Travel
2%
Employee Commuting
1%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%

B&B Italia's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

B&B Italia has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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