Biffa plc
Biffa plc, a leading waste management company based in Great Britain, has been at the forefront of the UK’s environmental services since its founding in 1912. With its headquarters in High Wycombe, Biffa operates extensively across England, Scotland, and Wales, providing comprehensive waste collection, recycling, and resource recovery solutions. Specialising in both commercial and residential waste management, Biffa is renowned for its innovative approach to sustainability and circular economy practices. The company offers a diverse range of services, including landfill management, energy generation from waste, and recycling services, setting it apart in the competitive waste management sector. Biffa's commitment to reducing landfill use and promoting recycling has solidified its position as a market leader, recognised for its significant contributions to environmental protection and resource efficiency. With a strong focus on customer service and sustainability, Biffa continues to drive positive change in the waste management industry.
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Biffa plc's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Biffa plc reported total carbon emissions of approximately 492,834,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 16,786,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and 844,749,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. The combined total for Scope 1 and 2 emissions was about 509,619,000 kg CO2e (market-based). In 2023, the figures were slightly higher, with Scope 1 emissions at 539,984,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at 15,641,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions at 666,065,000 kg CO2e. Biffa has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030 from a 2019 baseline. Additionally, the company plans to cut its Scope 3 emissions by 25% by 2030 from a 2022 baseline. Biffa's long-term goal is to achieve net zero emissions across its direct operations (Scope 1 and 2) by no later than 2050. This strategy aligns with UK Government targets and is supported by a roadmap released in 2023. The company is also committed to ensuring that 27.6% of its suppliers, covering purchased goods and services, upstream transportation, and waste generated in operations, will have science-based targets by 2027. Biffa's reduction initiatives reflect a proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint in the solid waste management sector.
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| 2017 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 909,028,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 24,411,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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