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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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27

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Beverage 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.

17

Industry Benchmark

Nichols's score of 27 is higher than 89% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Nichols's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Nichols plc reported total carbon emissions of approximately 40,500 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 600 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at around 3,100 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions contributing approximately 36,800 kg CO2e. This marks a significant reduction from previous years, where in 2022, the company emitted about 26,400 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 600 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 2,800 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 23,000 kg CO2e. Nichols has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2022 as the base year. This target has been approved through a streamlined validation route for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The company also plans to measure and reduce its Scope 3 emissions, reflecting a comprehensive approach to tackling its overall carbon footprint. Overall, Nichols plc is actively working towards significant emissions reductions, aligning its targets with the necessary actions to limit global warming to 1.5°C, demonstrating its commitment to sustainability within the food and beverage processing sector.

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Scope 1
1,287,000
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Scope 2
273,000
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000,000
000,000
Scope 3
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Nichols's primary industry is Beverages, which is 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. This request for Nichols is in GB, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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