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Electrical Machinery Manufacturing
GB
updated 2 months ago

British Gas Sustainability Profile

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British Gas, a prominent subsidiary of Centrica plc, is headquartered in Great Britain and serves millions of customers across the UK. Founded in 1812, the company has evolved significantly, becoming a leader in the energy and services sector. British Gas primarily focuses on providing gas and electricity supply, alongside innovative home services such as boiler installations and smart home technology. With a commitment to sustainability, British Gas has made strides in renewable energy solutions, positioning itself as a forward-thinking provider in the competitive energy market. The company is recognised for its customer service excellence and has received numerous accolades, solidifying its reputation as a trusted energy supplier. Through its diverse range of products and services, British Gas continues to play a vital role in the UK’s energy landscape.

DitchCarbon Score

How does British Gas'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.

26

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Electrical Machinery 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.

32

Industry Benchmark

British Gas's score of 26 is lower than 57% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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British Gas's reported carbon emissions

British Gas, headquartered in Great Britain, currently does not have publicly available carbon emissions data for the most recent year, nor does it report specific reduction targets or initiatives. The absence of emissions data suggests that the company may be in the early stages of developing its climate commitments or reporting framework. As of now, British Gas has not disclosed any specific targets under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. This lack of information indicates that the company may not yet have formalised its approach to carbon reduction or sustainability initiatives. In the context of the energy sector, it is increasingly important for companies like British Gas to establish clear emissions reduction strategies and commitments to align with global climate goals. Without specific data or targets, it remains unclear how British Gas plans to address its carbon footprint and contribute to broader climate action efforts.

How Carbon Intensive is British Gas's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. British Gas's primary industry is Electrical Machinery Manufacturing, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is British Gas's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for British Gas is in GB, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

British Gas'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.

British Gas 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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