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Centrica plc, a leading player in the natural gas distribution industry, is headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1997, the company has established itself as a key provider of energy solutions, primarily focusing on natural gas and electricity supply, as well as energy services for residential and business customers.
With a strong operational presence across the UK and Ireland, Centrica is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and innovation. The company offers a range of core products, including gas distribution, energy management, and home services, distinguished by their emphasis on customer-centric solutions and environmental responsibility.
Centrica's notable achievements include its position as a trusted energy supplier and its ongoing efforts to transition towards a low-carbon future, reinforcing its status as a pivotal entity in the evolving energy landscape.
63
DitchCarbon score
0 vs industry average
Centrica’s score of 63 is higher than 50% 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
Very High
Natural Gas Distribution is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
0.853
20182025
The Natural Gas Distribution industry has reduced its overall emissions by 32% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
202020212022202320242025202620272028
Reported emissions
Scope 1
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Scope 2
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Scope 3
•••kg CO₂e
Total reported
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Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Centrica's reported carbon emissions
Centrica, a Natural Gas Distribution company headquartered in GB, reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 1.57 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of about 9.42 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of around 18.29 billion kg CO2e in 2025. In 2024, the company's Scope 1 emissions were approximately 1.73 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions were about 6.34 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions were around 21.86 billion kg CO2e. For 2023, Centrica's Scope 1 emissions were approximately 1.68 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions were about 7.38 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions were around 21.18 billion kg CO2e. The company has set a long-term ambition to be a net-zero business by 2040, with an interim target of reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2032, against a 2019 base year. This strengthens their previous commitment to a 40% reduction by 2034 and net-zero by 2045. Additionally, Centrica aims to help its customers achieve net zero by 2050, including a 28% greenhouse gas intensity reduction by the end of 2030 (based on a 2023 baseline).
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Centrica’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
On track94%
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
At risk48%
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
Behind target22%
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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Carbon Disclosure Project
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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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RE 100
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Climate Action 100
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