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John Keells Holdings

John Keells Holdings PLC, headquartered in Colombo, Sri Lanka (LK), is a leading conglomerate with a diverse portfolio spanning multiple industries, including hospitality, property development, retail, and food and beverage. Founded in 1870, the company has established itself as a key player in the Sri Lankan market, with significant operations across the Indian Ocean region. Renowned for its innovative approach, John Keells Holdings offers unique products and services, such as premium hotel experiences and a wide range of consumer goods. The company has achieved notable milestones, including the development of iconic properties and a strong presence in the retail sector through its Keells Supermarkets. With a commitment to sustainability and excellence, John Keells Holdings continues to solidify its market position as a trusted name in Sri Lanka's business landscape.

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How does John Keells Holdings'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.

44

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Business 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.

25

Industry Benchmark

John Keells Holdings's score of 44 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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John Keells Holdings's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, John Keells Holdings, headquartered in Sri Lanka (LK), reported total carbon emissions of approximately 101,584,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 14,767,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and 11,726,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, indicating a comprehensive approach to tracking their direct and indirect emissions. The company has shown a trend of increasing emissions over the years, with 2022 emissions at about 98,695,000 kg CO2e, 2021 at approximately 82,009,000 kg CO2e, and 2020 at around 96,821,000 kg CO2e. Despite this increase, there are no publicly disclosed reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint, as indicated by the absence of specific climate pledges or SBTi (Science Based Targets initiative) commitments. John Keells Holdings continues to monitor its emissions, focusing on transparency in reporting, but currently lacks defined strategies for significant emissions reduction. The company’s emissions intensity has varied, reflecting changes in operational efficiency and revenue generation. As they move forward, establishing clear climate commitments could enhance their sustainability profile and align with global climate action goals.

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Scope 1
22,244,000
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Scope 2
74,577,000
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Scope 3
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. John Keells Holdings's primary industry is Other business services (74), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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. John Keells Holdings is headquartered in LK, which has a rank of high, indicating high grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

John Keells Holdings 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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