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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.

DitchCarbon Score

How does RS Group plc's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

62

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.

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Industry Benchmark

RS Group plc's score of 62 is higher than 99% 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 2023, RS Group plc reported carbon emissions of approximately 5,700,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 594,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, alongside significant Scope 3 emissions estimated at about 2,900,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions in its direct operations by 2030 and across its wider value chain by 2050, using a 2019/20 baseline. RS Group plc has committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 75% by FY2030, based on a FY2020 baseline. Additionally, the company aims to decrease Scope 3 emissions from upstream transportation and distribution by 25% per tonne of sold products and from the use of sold products by 20% per tonne within the same timeframe. Furthermore, it targets that 67% of its suppliers by spend covering purchased goods and services will have science-based targets by FY2025. These initiatives reflect RS Group plc's commitment to sustainability and its proactive approach to addressing climate change within the electrical equipment and machinery sector.

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Scope 1
21,744,000
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Scope 2
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000
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000,000
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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 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. RS Group plc is headquartered in GB, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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RS Group plc is committed to some reduction initiatives 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
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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