Dignity Sustainability Profile
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, resulting in a combined total of around 18,615,000 kg CO2e when considering location-based accounting. This data is cascaded from their parent company, Dignity Group Holdings Limited. In 2021, Dignity's emissions were slightly higher, with Scope 1 emissions at about 15,566,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 3,755,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 65,263,000 kg CO2e. The total emissions for that year amounted to around 19,321,000 kg CO2e when combining Scope 1 and 2. Dignity has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments, and there are no reported SBTi (Science Based Targets initiative) reduction targets. The company has disclosed emissions data for Scope 1 and 2 but has not provided information for Scope 3 emissions in 2022. Overall, Dignity's emissions data reflects their operational impact, with a focus on transparency in reporting, although further commitments to reduction strategies are not currently outlined.
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| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 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 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | - |
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Dignity's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 77% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 54% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Dignity's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Dignity has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
