Dignity
Dignity plc, commonly referred to as Dignity, is a leading provider of funeral services and crematoria in Great Britain. Established in 1994, the company has grown significantly, operating over 800 funeral locations and 45 crematoria across the UK. Dignity is renowned for its commitment to delivering compassionate and personalised funeral care, setting it apart in the industry. The company offers a range of services, including traditional funerals, direct cremations, and pre-paid funeral plans, ensuring that families receive tailored support during difficult times. Dignity's focus on high-quality service and ethical practices has solidified its position as a trusted name in the funeral sector. With a strong market presence and a dedication to innovation, Dignity continues to lead the way in providing dignified end-of-life services.
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Dignity's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Dignity, headquartered in Great Britain, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 15,340,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 3,274,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. The company has shown a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. Over the years, Dignity's emissions have fluctuated, with Scope 1 emissions peaking at about 16,028,000 kg CO2e in 2018 and Scope 2 emissions reaching a low of 423,000 kg CO2e in 2017. The company has not provided data for Scope 3 emissions in 2022, but in 2021, it reported approximately 65,263,000 kg CO2e in this category, indicating a significant area for potential improvement. Dignity's emissions data reflects its operational impact, with a focus on transparency in reporting. However, the absence of specific reduction targets suggests that further commitments may be necessary to align with industry standards for climate action.
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| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 14,437,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 7,389,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000 | - | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | - |
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Dignity is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
