Centrica plc, a leading energy services and solutions company, is headquartered in the United Kingdom. Founded in 1997, Centrica has established itself as a key player in the energy sector, primarily operating in the UK, North America, and Europe. The company is renowned for its core services, including electricity and gas supply, energy management, and home services, which are designed to enhance customer experience and promote sustainability.
With a commitment to innovation, Centrica has made significant strides in the energy transition, focusing on renewable energy and smart technology solutions. The company has achieved notable milestones, such as its investment in low-carbon energy projects, positioning itself as a market leader in the evolving energy landscape. Centrica's dedication to customer-centric services and sustainable practices continues to drive its success in the competitive energy market.
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Centrica’s score of 62 is lower than 48% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Natural Gas Distribution is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Natural Gas Distribution industry has reduced its overall emissions by 87% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Centrica's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, Centrica reported total carbon emissions of approximately 19.2 billion kg CO2e, comprising 1.6 billion kg CO2e from Scope 1, 9.4 million kg CO2e from Scope 2, and about 18.3 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a commitment to reducing their carbon footprint as part of their long-term climate strategy. Centrica aims to achieve net zero emissions by 2045, with an interim target of reducing total carbon emissions by 40% by 2034 from 2019 levels. This target encompasses all scopes of emissions, including both Scope 1 and Scope 2, which are directly controlled by the company. Notably, they have already met their target to reduce carbon intensity in Central Power Generation by 55% by 2020, based on a 2008 baseline. The company has also set specific targets for their internal carbon footprint, aiming for a 20% reduction by 2025 from 2015 levels. Centrica's strategy is aligned with the Paris Agreement, focusing on significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions to limit global warming to 1.5°C. Centrica's climate commitments are part of their broader People & Planet Plan, which includes initiatives to help customers achieve net zero by 2050, demonstrating their leadership in the energy sector's transition towards sustainability.
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Centrica’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
11 goals2034
40% reduction in all scopes
• Be a net zero business by 2045 (40% greenhouse gas reduction by the end of 2034) 2019 base year
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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