Reckitt Sustainability Profile
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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Industry Benchmark
Reckitt's score of 96 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Reckitt's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Reckitt reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 4.1 billion kg CO2e, comprising 107,029,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 6,714,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and a significant 4,020,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 65% by 2030, using a 2015 baseline, which has been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) as aligned with a 1.5°C pathway. Additionally, Reckitt aims for a 50% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions by the same year. Reckitt's commitment to sustainability extends to sourcing 100% renewable electricity by 2030, up from 5% in 2015. The company is also part of the "Oh Yes! Net Zero" initiative, aiming for net-zero emissions by 2050. These targets reflect Reckitt's proactive approach to climate action and its dedication to reducing its carbon footprint across all scopes of emissions.
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| 2007 | 2011 | 2012 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 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 | - | - | 00,000 | 00,000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Reckitt's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Reckitt's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 88% last year and increased significantly since 2012, 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 "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 52% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Reckitt's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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.
Reckitt has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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