Reckitt
Reckitt Benckiser Group plc, commonly known as Reckitt, is a leading global consumer goods company headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1823, Reckitt has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including Europe, North America, and Asia. The company operates primarily in the health, hygiene, and home sectors, offering a diverse range of products that cater to everyday consumer needs. Reckitt's portfolio includes well-known brands such as Dettol, Nurofen, and Finish, each distinguished by their commitment to quality and innovation. With a focus on sustainability and consumer health, Reckitt has achieved notable milestones, including significant advancements in product formulation and environmental responsibility. As a market leader, Reckitt continues to drive growth and maintain a strong competitive position within the consumer goods industry.
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Reckitt's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Reckitt reported total carbon emissions of approximately 7,575,000,000 kg CO2e across all scopes. This includes 107,029,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 6,714,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and a significant 7,573,628,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of about 9,186,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 115,705,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 8,902,000 kg CO2e (market-based). Reckitt has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 65% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 from a 2015 baseline. This target is validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and is aligned with a 1.5°C climate scenario. Additionally, Reckitt aims to achieve a 50% reduction in its Scope 3 emissions by 2030, also from a 2015 baseline. The company is committed to increasing its annual sourcing of renewable electricity from 5% in 2015 to 100% by 2030. In terms of operational targets, Reckitt has pledged to reduce its Scope 1 emissions to near zero by 2025 and has set a goal of a 30% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions from a 2018 baseline by 2030. The company is also focused on reducing energy use per tonne of production by 25% by 2025 compared to 2015 levels. Reckitt's climate strategy reflects a comprehensive approach to sustainability, with a commitment to achieving net zero emissions across all scopes by 2040. This commitment is part of their broader sustainability ambitions, which include various initiatives to enhance their environmental performance and reduce their carbon footprint.
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| 2012 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 94,868,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 178,657,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 15,100 | 00,000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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