Genuit
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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Genuit's reported carbon emissions
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 were approximately 1,679,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions totalled 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 to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 30% by 2027 from a 2021 baseline. This target is part of its Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi) commitments. Furthermore, the company has pledged to achieve a 66% reduction in its Scope 1 and 2 carbon impact by 2025, without relying on carbon offsets. Looking towards the long term, Genuit is committed to reaching net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. This includes a substantial target of a 90% reduction in Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by the same year. The company also aims to increase its sourcing of renewable electricity from 94% in 2021 to 100% by 2027, ensuring that 83% of its suppliers by emissions will have science-based targets by 2027. These initiatives reflect Genuit's dedication to sustainability and its proactive stance in addressing climate change, aligning with global efforts to limit warming to 1.5°C.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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.
