British Sugar plc
British Sugar plc, headquartered in Great Britain, is a leading player in the UK sugar industry, renowned for its commitment to quality and sustainability. Founded in 1936, the company has established itself as a key supplier of sugar and related products, operating primarily in East Anglia and the East Midlands. Specialising in the production of sugar from sugar beet, British Sugar stands out for its innovative approach to processing and its focus on sustainable practices. The company’s core offerings include granulated sugar, icing sugar, and a range of co-products that support the food and beverage sectors. With a strong market position, British Sugar has achieved notable milestones, including advancements in agricultural practices and a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, reinforcing its reputation as a responsible industry leader.
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How does British Sugar plc'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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Mean score of companies in the Sugar Products 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
British Sugar plc's score of 17 is higher than 66% 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 Sugar plc, headquartered in Great Britain, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. The company is a current subsidiary of Associated British Foods plc, which may influence its climate commitments and emissions reporting. As of now, British Sugar plc has not publicly outlined any specific reduction targets or initiatives related to carbon emissions. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests that the company may still be in the early stages of formalising its climate strategy. The emissions data and climate commitments may be influenced by the broader sustainability initiatives of its parent company, Associated British Foods plc, which operates at a higher corporate level. However, specific details regarding emissions or climate pledges from British Sugar plc itself remain unspecified. In summary, while British Sugar plc is part of a larger corporate family that may have sustainability goals, it currently lacks detailed emissions data and defined climate commitments.
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British Sugar plc is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
