De La Rue, a leading global provider of currency and security printing solutions, is headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1821, the company has established itself as a pioneer in the industry, known for its innovative approach to banknote production and secure identity solutions. With major operational regions across Europe, Africa, and Asia, De La Rue serves central banks and governments worldwide. The company’s core offerings include banknotes, passports, and other security documents, distinguished by advanced technology and a commitment to quality. De La Rue's market position is reinforced by its reputation for reliability and security, making it a trusted partner in the currency and identity sectors. Notable achievements include the production of over 150 national currencies, showcasing its expertise and leadership in the field.
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In 2024, De La Rue reported total carbon emissions of approximately 12,352,300 kg CO2e globally, with 3,851,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 6,920,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. In the UK, their emissions for the same year were about 3,455,000 kg CO2e, comprising 3,455,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2,280,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. De La Rue has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, committing to a 46.2% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by FY2030, using FY2020 as the baseline. This target also extends to Scope 3 emissions, indicating a comprehensive approach to emissions management. Additionally, the company aims to achieve carbon neutrality for its own operations by 2030, covering both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. The company has not set specific emissions targets for the first year of reporting under the TCFD requirements but plans to revisit this decision as data coverage improves. De La Rue's commitment to sustainability is further underscored by its alignment with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), ensuring that its reduction targets are consistent with the global goal of limiting temperature rise to 1.5°C. Overall, De La Rue's emissions data and climate commitments reflect a proactive stance towards reducing its environmental impact while maintaining transparency in its reporting practices.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 40,498,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 37,532,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 29,996,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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