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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In 2023, Genuit Group plc reported total carbon emissions of approximately 17,426,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions accounted for about 13,856,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 1,679,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions were reported at around 1,413,000 kg CO2e, highlighting the company's comprehensive approach to tracking its carbon footprint across all scopes. Genuit has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 66% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2025, without relying on offsets. Additionally, the company has committed to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. This long-term goal includes a target to reduce absolute emissions by 90% across Scopes 1, 2, and 3 by the same year. Near-term targets also include a 30% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2027, using 2021 as the baseline year. The company is actively working towards increasing its renewable electricity sourcing from 94% in 2021 to 100% by 2027, and it aims for 83% of its suppliers to have science-based targets by 2027. These initiatives reflect Genuit's commitment to sustainability and its alignment with industry standards for climate action.
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2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 17,237,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 24,993,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Genuit is participating in some of the initiatives that 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.