Bunzl
Bunzl plc, a leading global distribution and outsourcing company, is headquartered in London, UK, with significant operations across Europe, North America, and Australia. Founded in 1854, Bunzl has evolved into a key player in the supply chain industry, specialising in the provision of essential products and services across various sectors, including foodservice, cleaning and hygiene, and safety. The company offers a diverse range of core products, such as disposable packaging, cleaning supplies, and personal protective equipment, distinguished by their commitment to quality and sustainability. Bunzl's strategic acquisitions and robust market presence have solidified its position as a trusted partner for businesses seeking efficient supply solutions. With a focus on innovation and customer service, Bunzl continues to achieve notable milestones, reinforcing its reputation as a leader in the distribution sector.
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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 global carbon emissions of approximately 89.8 million tonnes CO2e for Scope 1 and about 28 million tonnes CO2e for Scope 2, resulting in a total of approximately 117.8 million tonnes CO2e for these scopes. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 50% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions per million GBP revenue by 2030, which translates to a 27.5% absolute reduction from a 2019 baseline. Additionally, Bunzl is committed to ensuring that 80% of its suppliers, based on emissions from purchased goods and services, will have science-based targets by 2027. Looking towards the long term, Bunzl has pledged to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. This includes a significant target to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 90% and Scope 3 emissions by 90% from the 2019 baseline by 2050. These commitments align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Bunzl's dedication to addressing climate change and reducing its environmental impact.
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Add to project2010 | 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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