Compass Group PLC
Compass Group PLC, headquartered in Great Britain, is a leading global provider of food and support services. Founded in 1941, the company has grown significantly, establishing a presence in over 45 countries across Europe, North America, and Asia. Operating primarily in the foodservice industry, Compass Group offers a diverse range of services, including catering, vending, and facilities management. Their commitment to quality and sustainability sets them apart, with innovative solutions tailored to various sectors such as healthcare, education, and corporate environments. Recognised for their market leadership, Compass Group has achieved numerous accolades, reflecting their dedication to excellence and customer satisfaction. With a strong focus on operational efficiency and sustainability, they continue to redefine the standards of service in the industry.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Compass Group PLC's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Hospitality 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.
Industry Benchmark
Compass Group PLC's score of 50 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Compass Group PLC's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Compass Group PLC reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 1,196,000 kg CO2e, which includes 3,907,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 1,145,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and about 1,189,136,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, committing to a 46.2% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 from a 2019 baseline. Additionally, Compass Group aims to cut Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services by 28% within the same timeframe. For its UK and Ireland operations, Compass Group has set even more aggressive targets, aiming for a 69% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, alongside a similar 69% reduction in Scope 3 emissions. The company has also pledged to transition to 100% renewable electricity sourcing by 2022. Compass Group is committed to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, aligning its strategies with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure that its reduction targets are consistent with the global goal of limiting temperature rise to 1.5°C.
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Add to project| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 128,154,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 8,376,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Compass Group PLC is committed to some reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
