Cadent Gas Sustainability Profile
Cadent Gas Limited, headquartered in Great Britain, is a leading gas distribution network operator, serving millions of customers across the UK. Founded in 2017, Cadent has quickly established itself as a key player in the energy sector, focusing on the safe and efficient delivery of natural gas. The company operates primarily in the North West, West Midlands, East of England, and North London, ensuring reliable energy supply to homes and businesses. Cadent's core services include the maintenance and development of gas pipelines, alongside innovative solutions for a sustainable energy future. Notably, the company is committed to reducing carbon emissions and exploring hydrogen as a clean energy alternative. With a strong market position, Cadent Gas is recognised for its dedication to safety, customer service, and environmental responsibility, making it a vital component of the UK's energy landscape.
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Cadent Gas's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, Cadent Gas reported total carbon emissions of approximately 24,848,880 kg CO2e, encompassing Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. The breakdown includes 5,470,500 kg CO2e from stationary combustion (Scope 1), 826,250 kg CO2e from location-based electricity consumption (Scope 2), and significant contributions from Scope 3, including 15,398,630 kg CO2e from purchased goods and services and 22,541,870 kg CO2e from upstream transportation and distribution. Cadent Gas has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 43% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2036, based on a 2019/20 baseline. This target aligns with a well-below 2-degree pathway, as developed in collaboration with The Carbon Trust. Additionally, the company is committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, regardless of growth, using the same baseline year. In the near term, Cadent Gas plans to reduce business mileage emissions intensity by 15% through the RIIO-GD2 framework by 2026. They also aim for a zero-emissions first responder vehicle fleet across all networks by the end of RIIO-GD2. Overall, Cadent Gas's emissions data is cascaded from its parent organization, Cadent Gas Limited, reflecting a comprehensive approach to sustainability and climate action within the gas distribution sector in Great Britain.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,310,133,240 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 23,489,310 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Cadent Gas's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Cadent Gas's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 12% last year and increased by approximately 68% since 2021, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Upstream Transportation & Distribution" being the largest emissions source at 57% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Cadent Gas's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Cadent Gas has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
