Bunzl
Bunzl plc, a leading global distribution and outsourcing company, is headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1854, Bunzl has established a strong presence across Europe, North America, and Australia, specialising in the supply of essential products and services across various sectors, including foodservice, cleaning, and safety. The company is renowned for its extensive range of disposable and consumable products, which are tailored to meet the specific needs of its diverse customer base. Bunzl's commitment to sustainability and innovation sets it apart in the industry, enabling it to maintain a competitive edge. With a robust market position, Bunzl has achieved significant milestones, including consistent revenue growth and strategic acquisitions that enhance its service offerings. As a trusted partner, Bunzl continues to deliver value through its comprehensive supply chain solutions.
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Industry Benchmark
Bunzl's score of 62 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Bunzl's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Bunzl plc reported a total of approximately 16,325,000 kg CO2e in combined Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions from its operations in Great Britain. This figure reflects a commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions as part of their broader climate strategy. Bunzl has set ambitious targets, aiming for a 50% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions per million GBP revenue by 2030, based on a 2019 baseline, which translates to an absolute reduction of about 27.5%. Furthermore, Bunzl is committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. This includes a long-term goal of reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 90% and Scope 3 emissions by 90% from the same 2019 baseline. Additionally, the company aims for 80% of its suppliers, measured by emissions from purchased goods and services, to have science-based targets by 2027. Bunzl's emissions data highlights its proactive approach to sustainability within the trading and distribution sector, aligning with industry standards for climate action and accountability.
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| 2010 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 95,249,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 28,757,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - |
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