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.
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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 71 is higher than 84% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Bic's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, BIC reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 631,000,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions totalled about 12,316,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions were approximately 7,805,000 kg CO2e (market-based). The most substantial impact came from Scope 3 emissions, which reached about 622,000,000 kg CO2e, primarily from purchased goods and services at approximately 322,000,000 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2023, BIC's total emissions were about 641,000,000 kg CO2e, indicating a slight reduction in overall emissions. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, aiming for a 50% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, with a commitment to achieving 100% renewable electricity by 2025. These targets reflect BIC's ongoing efforts to enhance sustainability and mitigate climate impact. BIC's emissions data is sourced from its parent company, Société BIC SA, and is not cascaded from any other organization. The company has also reported a historical reduction of 17% in direct GHG emissions from 2010 to 2011, showcasing its commitment to continuous improvement in environmental performance.
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| 2011 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 9,913,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 85,808,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 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 not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
