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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Industry Benchmark
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Dignity's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Dignity reported total carbon emissions of approximately 15,340,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 3,274,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, resulting in a combined total of about 18,615,000 kg CO2e. The emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, Dignity Group Holdings Limited, reflecting a commitment to transparency in environmental reporting. In 2021, Dignity's emissions were approximately 15,401,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions primarily from mobile combustion. The company disclosed emissions for Scope 1 and 2, but did not report Scope 3 emissions for that year. Dignity has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The absence of documented reduction targets indicates a need for further commitment to climate action within the industry context. Overall, Dignity's emissions profile highlights the importance of ongoing monitoring and potential for future climate commitments to align with industry standards.
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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.
