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Compass Group UK & Ireland Limited, widely recognised as Compass Group UK&I, stands as a premier provider of food and support services. Headquartered in Great Britain, this leading contract catering and facilities management company operates across the entire United Kingdom and Ireland.
Specialising in tailored food solutions and comprehensive support services, Compass Group UK&I delivers exceptional culinary experiences for diverse sectors including business, education, healthcare, and defence. Their unique approach focuses on innovation, sustainability, and quality, serving millions of meals daily.
Drawing on over 75 years of rich heritage and expertise, Compass Group UK&I maintains its position as a market leader in the foodservice industry. They are committed to driving sustainable practices and enhancing the well-being of their communities and clients.
+67 vs industry average
Compass Group, UK & Ireland Limited’s score of 98 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Food Service Contractors has typical carbon intensity
The Food Service Contractors industry has reduced its overall emissions by 34% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Compass Group, UK & Ireland Limited, a Food Service Contractor headquartered in GB, reported its most recent emissions data for 2025, with total estimated emissions of about 1.1 billion kg CO2e. This includes approximately 1.4 million kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 1.2 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and about 1.09 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. A significant portion of Scope 3 emissions in 2025 came from purchased goods and services, accounting for approximately 621.6 million kg CO2e.
Looking back, in 2024, the company's total emissions were about 1.16 billion kg CO2e. In 2019, the baseline year for many of its targets, total emissions were approximately 1.19 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 9.2 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 6.2 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at about 1.17 billion kg CO2e.
Compass Group, UK & Ireland Limited has set ambitious climate commitments. The company aims to reduce its Scope 1, 2, and 3 GHG emissions by 69% by 2030, using a 2019 baseline year. Specifically for Scope 3, they commit to reducing absolute GHG emissions from purchased goods and services by 69% by 2030 (inclusive of growth) from a 2019 baseline. The company also has long-term targets for Scope 1 and 2 emissions, aiming for a 63% reduction by 2035 and a 90% reduction by 2040. Compass Group, UK & Ireland Limited is a signatory to The Climate Pledge, having signed in January 2025.
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
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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