Public Profile

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.

DitchCarbon Score

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.

18

Industry Average

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.

17

Industry Benchmark

British Sugar plc's score of 18 is higher than 54% 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's reported carbon emissions

British Sugar plc, headquartered in GB, currently does not have publicly available carbon emissions data for the most recent year, nor specific reduction targets or climate commitments outlined in their initiatives. Without concrete figures or defined goals, it is challenging to assess their current impact on climate change or their strategic approach to reducing carbon emissions. However, as a key player in the sugar industry, British Sugar is likely to be engaged in ongoing efforts to align with industry standards and best practices regarding sustainability and emissions reduction. Further information may be required to provide a comprehensive overview of their climate commitments and performance.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. British Sugar plc's primary industry is Candy/sugar products, which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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. British Sugar plc is headquartered in GB, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

British Sugar plc 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.

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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