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Bodycote, officially known as Bodycote International plc, is a leading provider of thermal processing services within the precious metals industry. Headquartered in the United Kingdom, the company operates across multiple regions, serving clients worldwide with a focus on high-quality heat treatment and metallurgical services. Founded in 1923, Bodycote has established a long-standing reputation for precision and reliability in its core offerings.
Specialising in processes such as annealing, brazing, and surface treatment, Bodycote’s expertise in precious metals sets it apart in the industry. Its advanced technologies and extensive global network position it as a key player in the thermal processing sector, supporting industries from jewellery to electronics with innovative solutions. Recognised for its commitment to quality and operational excellence, Bodycote continues to maintain a strong market presence in the precious metals market.
44
DitchCarbon score
+30 vs industry average
Bodycote’s score of 44 is higher than 71% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Very High
Precious Metal Production is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
0.843
20182025
The Precious Metal Production industry has reduced its overall emissions by 32% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
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Reported emissions
Scope 1
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Scope 2
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Scope 3
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Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Bodycote's reported carbon emissions
Bodycote, a UK-headquartered company in the Precious metals industry, reported its 2024 total carbon emissions as approximately 432,293,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 117,985,000 kg CO2e, market-based Scope 2 emissions of approximately 145,134,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling around 169,174,000 kg CO2e. Key categories within Scope 3 emissions for 2024 include purchased goods and services at approximately 73,760,000 kg CO2e and fuel and energy-related activities at about 56,800,000 kg CO2e.
Looking at previous years, Bodycote's 2023 total emissions were approximately 457,780,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 134,300,000 kg CO2e, market-based Scope 2 at approximately 145,500,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at around 177,980,000 kg CO2e. In 2022, the company's reported Scope 1 emissions were approximately 140,300,000 kg CO2e and market-based Scope 2 emissions were around 136,200,000 kg CO2e.
Bodycote has made several climate commitments. The company has near-term Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) approved targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions. As of May 2025, Bodycote plc commits to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 46.2% by 2030 from a 2019 base year, a target classified as consistent with keeping warming to 1.5°C. Earlier targets, approved in February 2023, committed to a 28% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 2030 from a 2019 base year, classified as consistent with keeping warming to Well-below 2°C.
Additionally, Bodycote has set a voluntary Scope 3 emissions reduction goal, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions from fuel and energy-related activities by at least 45% by 2030 from a 2019 base year. The company is also building a path to net-zero carbon, with commitments to building near-term carbon reduction targets in line with the SBTi for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, identified with target years between 2023 and 2025. Bodycote also reported a 14% reduction in total carbon emissions since 2018 by 2020. All emissions and climate commitments are directly from Bodycote plc.
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Bodycote’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2 goals2030
46.2% reduction in Scope 1
Bodycote plc commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 46.2% by 2030 from a 2019 base year.
On track46.2%
2030
46.2% reduction in Scope 2
Bodycote plc commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 46.2% by 2030 from a 2019 base year.
Behind target46.2%
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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