Haleon plc, a leading global consumer healthcare company, is headquartered in Great Britain and operates extensively across Europe, North America, and Asia. Founded in 2022, Haleon emerged from a spin-off of GlaxoSmithKline's consumer healthcare division, marking a significant milestone in the industry. Specialising in over-the-counter medicines, oral health, and wellness products, Haleon offers a diverse portfolio that includes well-known brands such as Sensodyne, Panadol, and Voltaren. These products are distinguished by their commitment to science-backed efficacy and consumer trust. With a strong market position, Haleon is dedicated to improving everyday health and well-being, making it a notable player in the consumer healthcare sector. The company's focus on innovation and sustainability further enhances its reputation as a forward-thinking leader in the industry.
How does Haleon 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.
Mean score of companies in the Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing 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.
Haleon plc's score of 88 is higher than 92% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, Haleon plc reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2.6 billion kg CO2e, comprising 68 million kg CO2e from Scope 1, 7 million kg CO2e from Scope 2, and about 2.5 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its net Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 100% by 2030, using a 2020 baseline. This commitment is reinforced by a near-term target to achieve a 95% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by the same year. Haleon also aims to reduce its Scope 3 emissions by 42% by 2030, compared to a 2022 baseline. The company is committed to achieving net zero carbon emissions across all scopes by 2040, aligning with the Climate Pledge and Race to Zero initiatives. These targets reflect Haleon's dedication to sustainability and its proactive approach to addressing climate change. The emissions data and reduction targets are sourced directly from Haleon plc, with no data cascaded from a parent organization.
Access structured emissions data, company-specific emission factors, and source documents
| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 59,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 37,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Haleon plc's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 6% last year and decreased by approximately 7% since 2022, 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 59% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Haleon plc 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.


Common questions about Haleon plc's sustainability data and climate commitments
You're welcome to quote or reference data from this page, but please include a visible link back to this URL.
Bulk collection, resale, or redistribution of data from multiple profiles is not permitted.
See our License Agreement for more details.