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RS Group plc

RS Group plc, commonly known as RS Components, is a leading global distributor of electronic, electrical, and industrial components. Headquartered in Great Britain, the company operates extensively across Europe, Asia, and North America, serving a diverse range of industries. Founded in 1937, RS Group has achieved significant milestones, including the expansion of its product portfolio and the enhancement of its digital platforms. The company offers a wide array of products, including connectors, automation equipment, and tools, distinguished by their quality and reliability. RS Group plc is recognised for its commitment to innovation and customer service, positioning itself as a trusted partner in the supply chain. With a strong market presence, RS Group continues to set industry standards, making it a preferred choice for engineers and procurement professionals worldwide.

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71

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Electrical Machinery Manufacturing industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

24

Industry Benchmark

RS Group plc's score of 71 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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RS Group plc's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, RS Group plc reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 6,800,000 kg CO2e, which includes 6,800,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2 emissions, and a significant 5,200,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 75% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using a 2020 baseline. Additionally, RS Group is targeting a 25% reduction in Scope 3 transport emissions per tonne of product sold by 2030. The company is committed to achieving net zero emissions in its direct operations by 2030 and across its wider value chain by 2050. This commitment is supported by science-based targets (SBTs) that are currently being validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). RS Group aims for 67% of its suppliers, by spend, to have science-based targets by 2025. In recent years, RS Group has made notable progress, achieving a 62% reduction in emissions since 2015. The company continues to focus on sustainability and reducing its carbon footprint as part of its broader environmental strategy.

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Scope 1
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0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
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Scope 2
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0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
000,000
000,000
Scope 3
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0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. RS Group plc's primary industry is Electrical machinery and apparatus n.e.c. (31), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for RS Group plc is in GB, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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RS Group plc is participating in some 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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