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Clays Sustainability Profile

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Clays, officially known as Clays Limited, is a prominent player in the UK printing and publishing industry, headquartered in Great Blakenham, GB. Established in 1999, the company has made significant strides in the production of high-quality printed materials, specialising in books, magazines, and bespoke print solutions. With a commitment to innovation, Clays stands out for its advanced printing technology and sustainable practices, catering to a diverse clientele across the UK and beyond. The company has achieved notable milestones, including significant investments in state-of-the-art machinery that enhance efficiency and quality. Recognised for its exceptional service and reliability, Clays has solidified its market position as a leading print provider, consistently delivering unique products that meet the evolving needs of the publishing sector.

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26

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Media Production industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

27

Industry Benchmark

Clays's score of 26 is lower than 53% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Clays's reported carbon emissions

In 2021, Clays Ltd. reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 11,606,000 kg CO2e, primarily from mobile combustion sources. The company has not disclosed any Scope 2 or Scope 3 emissions data. In 2020, their Scope 1 emissions were about 9,807,000 kg CO2e, indicating a rise in emissions over the year. The GHG intensity ratio for 2021 was reported at 218.0 kg CO2e per tonne of output, while in 2020, it was approximately 150.0 kg CO2e per tonne. Clays Ltd. does not currently have any publicly stated reduction targets or climate pledges, and there are no initiatives reported under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The emissions data is cascaded from Clays Ltd. as part of its corporate family relationship, with no additional climate commitments specified. Overall, Clays Ltd. is in the early stages of addressing its carbon footprint, with a focus on understanding and managing its emissions profile.

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How Carbon Intensive is Clays's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Clays's primary industry is Media Production, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Clays's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Clays is in GB, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Clays'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.

Clays 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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