Intertek Sustainability Profile
Intertek Group plc, commonly known as Intertek, is a leading quality assurance and testing company headquartered in the United Kingdom. Founded in 1885, Intertek has established a strong global presence, operating in over 100 countries across key regions such as Europe, North America, and Asia. Specialising in a wide range of industries, including textiles, construction, and food safety, Intertek offers comprehensive services such as product testing, inspection, and certification. Their commitment to innovation and quality sets them apart, ensuring that clients meet regulatory standards and enhance product safety. With a reputation for excellence, Intertek has achieved significant milestones, including the expansion of its service offerings and strategic acquisitions, solidifying its position as a trusted partner in the quality assurance sector.
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Intertek's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Intertek Group plc reported total carbon emissions of approximately 159,215,000 kg CO2e globally, with significant contributions from Scope 1 (57,986,000 kg CO2e), Scope 2 (48,634,000 kg CO2e market-based), and Scope 3 emissions, including business travel (19,946,000 kg CO2e) and employee commuting (27,241,000 kg CO2e). In the UK, emissions were about 2,318,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 314,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and 1,046,000 kg CO2e for business travel. Intertek has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, committing to a 50% reduction in absolute Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions (business travel and employee commuting) by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline. Additionally, the company aims for 70% of its suppliers by spend to have science-based targets by 2027. Intertek is also a participant in the Race to Zero campaign, with a long-term goal of achieving net zero emissions by 2050. These commitments align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which has classified Intertek's targets as consistent with limiting global warming to 1.5°C. The company continues to strive for a 5% reduction in GHG emissions per employee against its 2018 baseline, with a target year of 2025 for this initiative.
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| 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 9,399,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 108,169,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Intertek's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Intertek's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 2% last year and increased significantly since 2016, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. A significant portion of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 33% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Employee Commuting" being the largest emissions source at 52% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Intertek'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.
Intertek 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.
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