Bunzl plc, commonly known as Bunzl, is a leading global distribution and outsourcing company headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1854, Bunzl has established a strong presence across North America, Europe, and Asia, specialising in the supply of essential products and services across various industries, including foodservice, cleaning, and safety. The company is renowned for its extensive range of core products, which include disposable packaging, cleaning supplies, and personal protective equipment. Bunzl's commitment to sustainability and innovation sets it apart in the market, enabling businesses to enhance their operational efficiency while reducing environmental impact. With a robust market position and a history of strategic acquisitions, Bunzl continues to achieve notable milestones, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner in the distribution sector.
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In 2021, Bunzl reported total carbon emissions of approximately 87,125,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 25,025,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. This reflects a decrease from 2020, where emissions were approximately 90,568,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 26,183,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. The trend continues from 2019, which recorded emissions of around 99,193,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and approximately 29,835,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. Bunzl has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, nor have they set specific reduction targets through initiatives such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The company has not reported any formal climate pledges or reduction initiatives. Overall, Bunzl's emissions data indicates a commitment to monitoring and potentially reducing their carbon footprint, although specific targets or initiatives have not been outlined.
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2019 | 2020 | 2021 | |
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Scope 1 | 99,193,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 29,835,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - |
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Bunzl 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.