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Fw Thorpe Sustainability Profile

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Fw Thorpe Plc, headquartered in Great Britain, is a leading manufacturer in the lighting industry, specialising in innovative lighting solutions. Founded in 1970, the company has established a strong presence across Europe and beyond, with a focus on energy-efficient products that cater to various sectors, including commercial, industrial, and architectural lighting. The company’s core offerings include high-quality LED lighting systems and bespoke solutions, which are distinguished by their durability and advanced technology. Fw Thorpe has achieved significant milestones, such as expanding its product range and enhancing its market position through strategic acquisitions. Recognised for its commitment to sustainability and innovation, Fw Thorpe continues to set industry standards, making it a trusted name in the lighting sector.

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77

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Business Services 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.

29

Industry Benchmark

Fw Thorpe's score of 77 is higher than 87% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Fw Thorpe's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, FW Thorpe Plc reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 1,574,120 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 256,440 kg CO2e for Scope 2, resulting in a combined total of about 1,830,560 kg CO2e globally. In the UK, the company recorded Scope 1 emissions of about 1,152,780 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of 61,610 kg CO2e, leading to a total of approximately 1,214,390 kg CO2e. FW Thorpe has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 57.5% by 2030 from a 2021 baseline. Additionally, the company plans to achieve a 90% reduction in these emissions by 2040. For Scope 3 emissions, FW Thorpe is targeting a 25% reduction by 2030 and a 90% reduction by 2040. The company is committed to reaching net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by FY2040, aligning its targets with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure they are consistent with the reductions necessary to limit global warming to 1.5°C. These commitments reflect FW Thorpe's proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint.

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20202021202220232024
Scope 1
1,821,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 2
989,000
0,000,000
000,000
000,000
000,000
Scope 3
-
000,000,000
000,000,000
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-

How Carbon Intensive is Fw Thorpe's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Fw Thorpe's primary industry is Business Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Fw Thorpe's Location?

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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 Fw Thorpe is in GB, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Fw Thorpe's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Fw Thorpe's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 13% last year and decreased by approximately 13% since 2021, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 80% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2022
Use of Sold Products
80%
Purchased Goods and Services
14%
Investments
3%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
1%
Capital Goods
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
<1%
Business Travel
<1%
Upstream Leased Assets
<1%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%

Fw Thorpe'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.

Fw Thorpe has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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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