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.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Genuit's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Genuit's score of 60 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Genuit's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Genuit Group plc reported total carbon emissions of approximately 17,426,000 kg CO2e. This includes about 13,893,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which encompass direct emissions from mobile and stationary combustion, and approximately 2,093,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions related to purchased electricity. Additionally, Scope 3 emissions were reported at around 290,013,000 kg CO2e, reflecting indirect emissions across the value chain. Genuit has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 30% by 2027, using 2021 as the base year. Furthermore, the company plans to increase its annual sourcing of renewable electricity from 94% in 2021 to 100% by 2027. By 2050, Genuit aims for a significant reduction of 90% in both Scope 1 and 2 emissions, as well as Scope 3 emissions, thereby committing to net-zero emissions across its value chain. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Genuit's commitment to sustainable practices within the building products sector, reinforcing its role in addressing climate change.
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Add to project| 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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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Genuit is committed to some reduction initiatives 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.
