Pilkington Group Limited, a prominent name in the glass manufacturing industry, is headquartered in the United Kingdom. Founded in 1826, the company has established itself as a leader in the production of glass and glazing solutions, serving various sectors including construction, automotive, and solar energy. With major operational regions across Europe, North America, and Asia, Pilkington is renowned for its innovative products such as energy-efficient glass and advanced glazing systems. The company has achieved significant milestones, including pioneering float glass technology, which revolutionised the industry. Pilkington's commitment to sustainability and quality has positioned it as a trusted supplier, earning accolades for its contributions to energy conservation and architectural design. With a rich heritage and a forward-thinking approach, Pilkington Group Limited continues to shape the future of glass manufacturing.
How does Pilkington Group Limited'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.
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Pilkington Group Limited's score of 54 is higher than 83% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Pilkington Group Limited, headquartered in Great Britain, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. The company is a current subsidiary of Nippon Sheet Glass Company, Limited, which cascades its emissions data and climate commitments down to Pilkington. As of now, there are no documented reduction targets or climate pledges directly attributed to Pilkington Group Limited. However, the overarching climate initiatives and targets from Nippon Sheet Glass Company, Limited may influence Pilkington's sustainability strategies. Given the absence of specific emissions data and reduction initiatives, it is essential to monitor future disclosures from both Pilkington and its parent company to understand their contributions to carbon reduction and climate commitments within the glass manufacturing industry.
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| 2010 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 3,716,429,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,097,315,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Pilkington Group Limited's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 23% last year and decreased by approximately 28% since 2018, 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 40% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 62% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Pilkington Group Limited 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.