Bic Sustainability Profile
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 82 is higher than 90% 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 carbon emissions of approximately 9.1 million kg CO2e, comprising 175,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 67,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and about 8.9 million kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions include significant contributions from purchased goods and services (approximately 5 million kg CO2e) and employee commuting (about 2.5 million kg CO2e). In 2023, BIC's total emissions were approximately 662.7 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 14.5 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 9 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 639.2 million kg CO2e. This indicates a substantial reliance on Scope 3 emissions, which are often the largest portion of a company's carbon footprint. BIC has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 50% reduction in GHG emissions by 2025 compared to 2015 levels, primarily through increased use of renewable energy. Additionally, the company targets a 50% reduction in Scope 1 emissions by 2030. Previous initiatives have seen a 17% decrease in direct GHG emissions from 2010 to 2011. BIC's emissions data is sourced directly from Société BIC SA, with no cascaded data from parent organizations. The company continues to focus on sustainability and reducing its environmental impact across all scopes of emissions.
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| 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 11,887,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 85,660,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Bic's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Bic's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 99% last year and decreased by approximately 97% since 2017, 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 56% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Bic'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.
Bic 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.
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