Nichols
Nichols plc, commonly known as Nichols, is a prominent player in the UK beverage industry, headquartered in GB. Founded in 1900, the company has established itself as a leader in the production and distribution of soft drinks, with a strong focus on innovation and quality. Nichols operates primarily in the UK and has expanded its reach into international markets, offering a diverse portfolio of products. The company is renowned for its flagship brand, Vimto, a unique blend of fruit flavours that has captivated consumers for over a century. Nichols also offers a range of other beverages, including still and sparkling options, catering to various consumer preferences. With a commitment to sustainability and community engagement, Nichols has achieved notable milestones, solidifying its market position as a trusted and innovative beverage provider.
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Nichols's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Nichols plc reported total carbon emissions of approximately 712,000 kg CO2e globally, with 626,000 kg CO2e attributed to Scope 1 emissions and 175,000 kg CO2e to Scope 2 emissions. Notably, there were no reported Scope 3 emissions for this year. In the UK, the company recorded about 626,000 kg CO2e in Scope 1 emissions, with no Scope 2 emissions reported. Comparatively, in 2023, Nichols's global emissions were approximately 986,000 kg CO2e, comprising 902,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 182,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 73,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. The UK figures for 2023 showed 913,000 kg CO2e in Scope 1 emissions, again with no Scope 2 emissions. Nichols has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 25% by 2025, with a longer-term goal of an 80% reduction by 2030. Additionally, the company plans to reduce Scope 3 emissions by 20% by 2030. These targets are part of a broader strategy to define a net-zero roadmap. Furthermore, Nichols has committed to a 42% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 from a 2022 baseline, as validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). This commitment reflects the company's alignment with climate science to limit global warming to 1.5°C. Overall, Nichols plc is actively working towards significant emissions reductions while enhancing its sustainability practices in the food and beverage processing sector.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,287,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 273,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 00,000 | 00,000 |
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