De La Rue
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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De La Rue's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, De La Rue reported total carbon emissions of approximately 123,523,000 kg CO2e globally, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for about 115,261,000 kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were approximately 3,851,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled about 4,411,000 kg CO2e (market-based). In the UK, the company reported Scope 1 emissions of about 3,455,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 2,280,000 kg CO2e. De La Rue has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint. The company aims to achieve 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, reflecting a comprehensive approach to emissions reduction. Additionally, De La Rue is committed to becoming carbon neutral for its own operations by 2030, covering both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. The company’s climate commitments are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), ensuring that their reduction targets are consistent with the global goal of limiting temperature rise to 1.5°C. De La Rue's long-term strategy includes revisiting emissions targets as data coverage improves, particularly under the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) framework, with a view to achieving net zero by 2050. Overall, De La Rue is actively working towards significant emissions reductions while enhancing its sustainability practices across its operations.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 4,919,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 19,390,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 14,355,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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