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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Industry Average
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Reckitt's score of 56 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Reckitt's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Reckitt, headquartered in Great Britain, reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 37,595,000,000 kg CO2e. This includes 115,705,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and 8,902,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, committing to a 65% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using 2015 as the base year. Additionally, Reckitt aims to cut its Scope 3 emissions by 50% within the same timeframe. Reckitt is also focused on transitioning to renewable energy, with a goal to increase its annual sourcing of renewable electricity from 5% in 2015 to 100% by 2030. The company has signed the Climate Pledge, reinforcing its commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 through initiatives like the "Oh Yes! Net Zero" programme, which aims to decarbonise its operations and contribute to regional sustainability efforts. These commitments align with industry standards for climate action, demonstrating Reckitt's proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its environmental impact.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 124,867,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 259,184,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 11,327,000,000 | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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