PZ Cussons, a leading British consumer goods company, is headquartered in Manchester, GB. Founded in 1884, the company has established a strong presence in various operational regions, including Africa, Europe, and Asia. PZ Cussons operates primarily in the personal care, home care, and beauty sectors, offering a diverse range of products that include well-known brands such as Imperial Leather, Carex, and St. Tropez. With a commitment to innovation and sustainability, PZ Cussons has achieved notable milestones, including the expansion of its product lines and a focus on eco-friendly practices. The company is recognised for its market position, consistently delivering high-quality products that cater to evolving consumer needs. PZ Cussons continues to thrive in the competitive landscape, driven by its dedication to excellence and customer satisfaction.
How does Pz Cussons'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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In 2024, PZ Cussons reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,248,000 kg CO2e, comprising 507,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 741,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. The company has set an ambitious target to achieve a 42% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, aligned with science-based targets, starting from a baseline established in 2021. For the global operations in 2024, PZ Cussons disclosed a total of approximately 22,648,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 7,137,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, particularly from the use of sold products, which accounted for about 5,616,201,000 kg CO2e. In 2023, the company reported total emissions of approximately 1,319,000 kg CO2e in Great Britain, with Scope 1 emissions at 642,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 676,000 kg CO2e. The global figures for 2023 indicated a total of approximately 39,799,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 combined. PZ Cussons is committed to reducing its carbon footprint and has outlined clear reduction initiatives, focusing on both operational and product-related emissions. The company's climate commitments reflect a proactive approach to sustainability within the consumer goods sector.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 75,078,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 19,514,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Pz Cussons's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 10% last year and decreased by approximately 12% since 2021, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 83% 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.
Pz Cussons 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.

