Rentokil Initial plc, headquartered in Great Britain, is a leading provider in the pest control and hygiene services industry. Founded in 1925, the company has established a strong presence across Europe, North America, and Asia, offering innovative solutions tailored to diverse customer needs. With a comprehensive portfolio that includes pest control, washroom services, and infection prevention, Rentokil Initial stands out for its commitment to sustainability and advanced technology. The company has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for service excellence and environmental responsibility. As a market leader, Rentokil Initial is recognised for its expertise and reliability, making it a trusted partner for businesses seeking effective pest management and hygiene solutions.
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In 2024, Rentokil Initial reported total carbon emissions of approximately 410,541,000 kg CO2e, comprising 295,617,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 20,941,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 78,885,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. For the previous year, 2023, the company’s emissions were about 407,286,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 294,006,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 21,614,000 kg CO2e. Notably, Scope 3 emissions for 2023 were around 78,122,000 kg CO2e. Rentokil Initial has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net zero carbon emissions across all operations by 2040. This long-term target encompasses both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, the company has established a near-term goal to reduce emissions intensity by 20% by the end of 2025, using 2019 as the baseline year. As of the end of 2023, they achieved a 16% reduction in this efficiency index. Furthermore, Rentokil Initial is targeting a significant 70% reduction in emissions from fumigation activities by 2030, with the base year set as 2022. These commitments are part of their broader strategy to align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which they have committed to, aiming for comprehensive emissions reductions across all scopes by 2050.
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| 2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 275,596,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 40,895,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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.
Rentokil Initial 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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