G4s
G4S, officially known as G4S plc, is a leading global security company headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 2004, G4S has established a strong presence in various regions, including Europe, Africa, Asia, and the Americas, providing comprehensive security solutions tailored to diverse client needs. Operating within the security services industry, G4S offers a wide range of core products and services, including manned security, cash solutions, and technology-driven security systems. What sets G4S apart is its commitment to innovation and customer-centric approaches, ensuring high-quality service delivery. With a robust market position, G4S has achieved notable milestones, including recognition as one of the world's largest security firms. Its dedication to safety and efficiency continues to make it a trusted partner for businesses and governments alike.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
G4s's score of 41 is higher than 96% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
G4s's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, G4S reported total carbon emissions of approximately 610,414,060 kg CO2e globally, with Scope 1 emissions accounting for about 205,624,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 47,661,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 12,228,000 kg CO2e. This reflects a commitment to transparency in their carbon footprint across all scopes. G4S has set a significant long-term goal to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 or sooner, as defined by the net-zero standard. This commitment encompasses all scopes of emissions, demonstrating their dedication to addressing climate change comprehensively. In the UK, G4S reported total emissions of about 5,112,000 kg CO2e in 2023, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 1,606,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions around 15,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions approximately 2,458,000 kg CO2e from employee commuting and business travel. Overall, G4S is actively working towards reducing its carbon footprint and enhancing its sustainability practices, aligning with industry standards and climate commitments.
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| 2011 | 2016 | 2017 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 608,500,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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G4s 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.
