Bic
Bic, officially known as Société Bic, is a renowned French company headquartered in Cesson, France. Established in 1945, Bic has become a leader in the stationery, lighters, and shavers industries, with a strong presence across Europe, North America, and Asia. The company is celebrated for its innovative products, including the iconic Bic Cristal pen and disposable razors, which combine quality and affordability. Over the decades, Bic has achieved significant milestones, such as expanding its product range and enhancing its global distribution network. With a commitment to sustainability and efficiency, Bic continues to maintain a strong market position, recognised for its reliability and consumer trust. The brand's dedication to simplicity and functionality sets it apart in a competitive landscape, making it a household name worldwide.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Bic'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 Furniture Manufacturing 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
Bic's score of 50 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Bic's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Bic reported total carbon emissions of approximately 662,716,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 14,483,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 9,012,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (market-based), and a significant 639,222,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions primarily stem from purchased goods and services, which accounted for about 377,490,000 kg CO2e. Over the years, Bic has shown fluctuations in its emissions. For instance, in 2022, the total emissions were approximately 724,545,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 15,812,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 31,870,000 kg CO2e (market-based). The company has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges, indicating a potential area for improvement in their climate commitments. Bic's emissions data highlights the importance of addressing Scope 3 emissions, which represent the majority of their carbon footprint. As the company continues to navigate its climate impact, setting clear reduction targets could enhance its sustainability efforts and align with industry standards for climate action.
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Add to project| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 8,637,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 59,887,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 276,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 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.
Bic 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.
