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Real Estate Services
GB
updated 2 months ago

GKN (United Kingdom) Plc Sustainability Profile

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GKN (United Kingdom) Plc, a prominent player in the engineering sector, is headquartered in the UK and operates extensively across Europe, North America, and Asia. Founded in 1759, GKN has evolved into a leading global supplier of automotive and aerospace components, renowned for its innovative solutions in driveline systems and lightweight structures. The company’s core offerings include advanced manufacturing technologies, such as additive manufacturing and precision engineering, which set it apart in a competitive market. GKN's commitment to sustainability and efficiency has positioned it as a key partner for major automotive and aerospace manufacturers. With a rich history of milestones, including significant mergers and technological advancements, GKN continues to drive progress in the industry, solidifying its reputation as a trusted leader in engineering excellence.

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How does GKN (United Kingdom) Plc'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.

67

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Real Estate Services 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.

26

Industry Benchmark

GKN (United Kingdom) Plc's score of 67 is higher than 82% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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GKN (United Kingdom) Plc's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Melrose Industries PLC

GKN (United Kingdom) Plc currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures. The company is a current subsidiary of Melrose Industries PLC, which may influence its climate commitments and emissions reporting. As a subsidiary, GKN's climate initiatives and targets may be aligned with those of Melrose Industries PLC. However, no specific reduction targets or climate pledges have been documented for GKN itself. The absence of data suggests that GKN may still be in the process of establishing its own emissions reduction strategies or reporting frameworks. Given the lack of direct emissions data and reduction initiatives, it is essential to monitor GKN's future disclosures for any commitments to carbon neutrality or specific emissions reduction targets that may be cascaded from its parent company, Melrose Industries PLC.

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201520162018201920202021202220232024
Scope 1
8,825,000
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000,000,000
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00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 2
4,053,000
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000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
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00,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is GKN (United Kingdom) Plc's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. GKN (United Kingdom) Plc's primary industry is Real estate services (70), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is GKN (United Kingdom) Plc'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 GKN (United Kingdom) Plc is in GB, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

GKN (United Kingdom) Plc's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

GKN (United Kingdom) Plc's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 5% last year and increased significantly since 2021, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 91% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
91%
Capital Goods
3%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
3%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
2%
Employee Commuting
1%
Business Travel
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%

GKN (United Kingdom) Plc'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.

GKN (United Kingdom) Plc has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. 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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