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Textile Manufacturing
GB
updated 2 months ago

Low & Bonar PLC Sustainability Profile

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Low & Bonar PLC, a leading global manufacturer headquartered in Great Britain, has established itself as a key player in the advanced materials industry since its founding in 1903. With a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia, the company focuses on innovative solutions in the construction, automotive, and industrial sectors. Specialising in high-performance technical textiles and composite materials, Low & Bonar offers unique products that enhance durability and sustainability. Their commitment to research and development has led to significant milestones, including advancements in geosynthetics and engineered fabrics. Recognised for its market leadership, Low & Bonar PLC continues to drive innovation, positioning itself as a trusted partner for clients seeking reliable and cutting-edge material solutions.

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24

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Textile 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.

15

Industry Benchmark

Low & Bonar PLC's score of 24 is higher than 56% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Low & Bonar PLC's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Low & Bonar PLC reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,890,460 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 1,330,530 kg CO2e, which comprises 178,010 kg CO2e from mobile combustion and 1,152,520 kg CO2e from stationary combustion. Additionally, the company disclosed Scope 3 emissions of approximately 912,240 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from fuel and energy-related activities (about 782,430 kg CO2e) and business travel (about 129,810 kg CO2e). Low & Bonar has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions to near zero by 2025. Furthermore, the company plans to achieve a 30% reduction in both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions from a 2020 baseline by 2030. These targets reflect a strong commitment to sustainability and align with industry standards for climate action. The emissions data is cascaded from the parent organization, Low & Bonar PLC, and reflects the company's ongoing efforts to enhance its environmental performance.

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20162017201820192024
Scope 1
37,331,000
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0,000,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 2
90,871,000
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00,000,000
000,000,000
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Scope 3
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0,000,000,000
000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Low & Bonar PLC's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Low & Bonar PLC's primary industry is Textiles (17), which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Low & Bonar PLC's Location?

Very low
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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 Low & Bonar PLC is in GB, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Low & Bonar PLC's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Low & Bonar PLC's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 100% last year and decreased by approximately 100% since 2019, 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 47% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Fuel and Energy Related Activities" being the largest emissions source at 86% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
86%
Business Travel
14%

Low & Bonar PLC'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.

Low & Bonar PLC 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

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