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G4S plc, a leading global security company, is headquartered in Birmingham, England (BD) and operates extensively across Europe, North America, and Africa. Founded in 1901, G4S has evolved into a prominent player in the security guards and patrol services industry, offering a comprehensive range of solutions tailored to meet diverse client needs.
The company provides security personnel, cash solutions, and technology-driven services, distinguished by its commitment to innovation and customer service. G4S has achieved significant milestones, including its listing on the London Stock Exchange and recognition as one of the world's largest employers in the security sector. With a strong market position, G4S continues to set industry standards, ensuring safety and security for businesses and communities worldwide.
25
DitchCarbon score
-5 vs industry average
G4S plc’s score of 25 is lower than 41% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Low
Security Guards and Patrol Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.182
20182025
The Security Guards and Patrol Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 31% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2023
Reported emissions
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G4S plc's reported carbon emissions
G4S plc, a BD-headquartered company in the Security Guards and Patrol Services industry, reported its most recent partial emissions data for 2020. In that year, its Scope 3 business travel emissions amounted to 6,328,000 kg CO2e. For 2019, Scope 3 business travel emissions were 15,338,000 kg CO2e, and in 2018, they were 14,354,000 kg CO2e. Full Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions data are not available for these years, nor are other categories of Scope 3 emissions such as purchased goods and services or employee commute.
G4S plc has a climate commitment to achieve Net Zero by 2025. This near-term target covers all scopes of emissions and has a start year of 2023.
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G4S plc’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
On track94%
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
At risk48%
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
Behind target22%
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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Carbon Disclosure Project
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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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RE 100
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