Ditchcarbon
  • Contact
  1. Organizations
  2. Horwich Castings Ltd.
Public Profile
Foundry Services
GB
updated 23 days ago

Horwich Castings Ltd. Sustainability Profile

Company website

Horwich Castings Ltd., based in Great Britain, is a leading player in the foundry industry, specialising in high-quality castings for various sectors, including automotive and engineering. Founded in the early 20th century, the company has established a strong reputation for innovation and excellence, marked by significant milestones in production techniques and customer service. With a focus on precision engineering, Horwich Castings offers a diverse range of products, including iron and steel castings, known for their durability and performance. Their commitment to quality and sustainability sets them apart in a competitive market, ensuring they meet the evolving needs of their clients. Recognised for their expertise, Horwich Castings Ltd. continues to solidify its position as a trusted supplier, contributing to the advancement of the foundry sector in the UK and beyond.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Horwich Castings Ltd.'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.

13

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Foundry 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.

12

Industry Benchmark

Horwich Castings Ltd.'s score of 13 is lower than 56% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

44%

Let us know if this data was useful to you

Horwich Castings Ltd.'s reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Horwich Castings Ltd. reported carbon emissions data, although specific figures for total emissions in kg CO2e were not disclosed. The company has not provided detailed information regarding Scope 1, Scope 2, or Scope 3 emissions, nor have they outlined any specific reduction targets or achievements. The available data indicates a carbon intensity of approximately 0.259 kg CO2e per million GBP of revenue, as referenced in the GMPF Annual Report 2023. Horwich Castings Ltd. has not committed to any formal climate pledges or reduction initiatives, and there are no emissions data cascaded from a parent or related organization. The absence of specific emissions data and reduction targets suggests that the company may still be in the early stages of developing a comprehensive climate strategy.

How Carbon Intensive is Horwich Castings Ltd.'s Industry?

Very low
Low
Medium
High
Very high
Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Horwich Castings Ltd.'s primary industry is Foundry work services, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Horwich Castings Ltd.'s Location?

Very low
Low
Medium
High
Very high
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 Horwich Castings Ltd. is in GB, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Horwich Castings Ltd.'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.

Horwich Castings Ltd. 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
Reduction Actions

Compare Horwich Castings Ltd.'s Emissions with Industry Peers

Buhler

CH
•
Machinery and equipment n.e.c. (29)
Updated 17 days ago

Magna

CA
•
Furniture; other manufactured goods n.e.c. (36)
Updated 3 days ago

Parker Hannifin

US
•
Fabricated metal products, except machinery and equipment (28)
Updated 12 days ago

Aalberts

NL
•
Secondary other non-ferrous metals for treatment, Re-processing of secondary other non-ferrous metals into new other non-ferrous metals
Updated about 2 hours ago

Ametek

US
•
Fabricated metal products, except machinery and equipment (28)
Updated 15 days ago

Castrol

GB
•
Heavy Fuel Oil
Updated 13 days ago

Let us know if this data was useful to you

Where does DitchCarbon data come from?

Discover our data-driven methodology for measuring corporate climate action and benchmarking against industry peers

Ditchcarbon
v251031.5
[email protected]+44 203 475 7875Ditch Carbon Ltd167-169 Great Portland StreetLondon W1W 5PF
UL Solutions verification badge
CDP logo
Gartner Cool Vendor 2025 badge
ProductPortalScope 3 Tool FunctionalityDataIntegrationsPricing
CustomersHaleonGrant ThorntonHikmaRead all stories
SolutionsProcurement teamsSustainability teamsPlatform ownersCarbon accountants
ResourcesCalculation MethodologyDocumentationBlogFAQOrganizationsIndustriesSBTI APITrust CentreChangelog
AboutTeamCareersLicense AgreementPrivacy