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 5 is higher than 69% 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 5,112,000 kg CO2e in Great Britain, with Scope 1 emissions at about 1,606,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 15,000 kg CO2e (market-based) and 96,000 kg CO2e (location-based), and Scope 3 emissions reaching around 2,458,000 kg CO2e. The company has shown a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, although it has not set a net-zero target. G4S UK & Ireland is currently committed to near-term reduction targets, although specific numerical targets have not been disclosed. The company operates within the Trading Companies and Distributors, and Commercial Services and Supplies sector, indicating a focus on improving sustainability practices in its operations. Historically, G4S's emissions have fluctuated, with total emissions recorded at approximately 526,403,000 kg CO2e in 2017 and 514,466,000 kg CO2e in 2016, demonstrating a need for ongoing efforts to manage and reduce emissions across all scopes. The company continues to explore strategies to enhance its environmental performance and align with industry standards for climate action.
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Add to project| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 296,543,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000 | - |
| Scope 2 | 108,369,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000 | - |
| Scope 3 | 15,261,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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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.
