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Construction Work
GB
updated 19 days ago

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.

21

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.

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Genuit's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Genuit Group plc reported total carbon emissions of approximately 15,819,000 kg CO2e globally, with specific emissions breakdowns of 12,063,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 812,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 1,463,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. In the UK, the company’s emissions were about 17,426,000 kg CO2e, comprising 13,856,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 1,679,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 1,413,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. 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 significant target of reducing absolute emissions by 90% across Scopes 1, 2, and 3 by 2050, with interim targets of a 30% reduction by 2027 from a 2021 baseline. The company is also focused on increasing its renewable electricity sourcing from 94% in 2021 to 100% by 2027 and ensuring that 83% of its suppliers by emissions have science-based targets by 2027. These initiatives reflect Genuit's commitment to sustainability and its alignment with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) standards.

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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
0,000,000
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 (45), 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 significantly 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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