British Plastics Federation
The British Plastics Federation (BPF), headquartered in Great Britain, is a leading trade association representing the UK plastics industry. Founded in 1933, the BPF has played a pivotal role in advocating for the sector, supporting innovation, and promoting sustainability within the industry. With a diverse membership spanning manufacturers, suppliers, and service providers, the BPF focuses on key business areas such as polymer production, recycling, and product design. The BPF is renowned for its commitment to enhancing the reputation of plastics through initiatives that highlight their versatility and environmental benefits. As a prominent voice in the industry, the BPF has achieved significant milestones, including the establishment of various industry standards and sustainability programmes. With a strong market position, the BPF continues to drive forward the agenda for a responsible and innovative plastics sector in the UK and beyond.
DitchCarbon Score
How does British Plastics Federation'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.
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British Plastics Federation's score of 7 is lower than 77% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
British Plastics Federation's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, the British Plastics Federation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 880 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 754 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 2,299 kg CO2e from Scope 3, which includes 1,239 kg CO2e from waste generated in operations and 2,299 kg CO2e from purchased goods and services. This reflects a slight increase in Scope 1 emissions from 788 kg CO2e in 2020 and a decrease in Scope 2 emissions from 980 kg CO2e in the same year. The Federation has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. However, their commitment to addressing carbon emissions aligns with industry standards for sustainability and climate action. The British Plastics Federation continues to focus on reducing its environmental impact through various initiatives, although specific details on these efforts are not provided.
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Add to project| 2020 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 788 | 000 |
| Scope 2 | 980 | 000 |
| Scope 3 | 1 | 0 |
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British Plastics Federation is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
