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Leading Edge

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Leading Edge, officially known as Leading Edge Labels, is a prominent player in the label manufacturing industry, headquartered in Great Britain. Established in 2001, the company has carved a niche in producing high-quality labels and packaging solutions, serving various sectors including food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, and retail. With a commitment to innovation, Leading Edge offers a diverse range of products, including custom labels, thermal transfer labels, and eco-friendly packaging options. Their unique approach combines advanced printing technology with sustainable practices, setting them apart in a competitive market. Recognised for their exceptional quality and customer service, Leading Edge has achieved significant milestones, solidifying their position as a trusted partner for businesses seeking reliable labelling solutions. Their operational reach extends across the UK and Europe, making them a key player in the industry.

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42

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.

26

Industry Benchmark

Leading Edge's score of 42 is higher than 68% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Leading Edge's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Leading Edge reported total carbon emissions of approximately 505,660 kg CO2e, a decrease from about 561,600 kg CO2e in 2023. The breakdown of emissions for 2024 includes 341,050 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 158,250 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 6,370 kg CO2e from Scope 3. This reflects a significant reduction in overall emissions, indicating a commitment to improving environmental performance. Despite these reductions, Leading Edge has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The organisation's emissions data is not cascaded from a parent company, indicating that it operates independently in its climate reporting. Leading Edge's emissions per staff full-time equivalent (FTE) were approximately 1,806 kg CO2e in 2024, down from about 2,025 kg CO2e in 2023, showcasing an improvement in operational efficiency. The organisation continues to monitor and report its emissions across all scopes, demonstrating transparency in its climate commitments.

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20232024
Scope 1
365,300
000,000
Scope 2
190,050
000,000
Scope 3
6,240
0,000

Industry emissions intensity

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

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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 Leading Edge is in GB, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Leading Edge is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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