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Genuit Sustainability Profile

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Genuit Group, commonly referred to as Genuit, is a leading player in the sustainable building products industry, headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1980, the company has established itself as a key innovator in the design and manufacture of advanced water management and climate control solutions, primarily through its Polypipe brand. With a strong presence across the UK and Europe, Genuit focuses on delivering high-quality products that enhance environmental performance and energy efficiency. Their core offerings include drainage systems, underfloor heating, and ventilation solutions, all distinguished by their commitment to sustainability and innovation. Recognised for its market leadership, Genuit has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for product excellence and sustainability initiatives, solidifying its position as a trusted partner in the construction and infrastructure sectors.

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94

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Construction Work 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.

24

Industry Benchmark

Genuit's score of 94 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

97%

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Genuit's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Genuit Group plc reported total carbon emissions of approximately 43,270,000 kg CO2e, comprising 13,063,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 1,264,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 28,943,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, aiming for a 66% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2025, and a 30% reduction in these scopes by 2027 from a 2021 baseline. Furthermore, Genuit is committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes by 2050, with a long-term goal of a 90% reduction in emissions by the same year. In 2023, Genuit's emissions were reported at approximately 17,426,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 13,893,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 2,093,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 11,000,000 kg CO2e. The company is actively working towards increasing its renewable electricity sourcing from 94% in 2021 to 100% by 2027, and ensuring that 83% of its suppliers have science-based targets by 2027. Genuit's climate commitments are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), reflecting its dedication to sustainable practices within the building products sector. The emissions data and reduction targets are sourced directly from Genuit Group plc, with no cascaded data from parent organizations.

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201920202021202220232024
Scope 1
18,177,000
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00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 2
24,993,000
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0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
-
0,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Genuit's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Genuit's primary industry is Construction Work, which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Genuit'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 Genuit is in GB, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Genuit's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Genuit's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 22% last year and increased significantly since 2020, 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 "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 65% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
65%
Use of Sold Products
24%
Capital Goods
3%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
2%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
2%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
1%
Employee Commuting
1%
Business Travel
<1%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%

Genuit'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.

Genuit 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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