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Salt and Mineral Mining
GB
updated 20 days ago

Rentokil Initial

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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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46

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Salt and Mineral Mining industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

23

Industry Benchmark

Rentokil Initial's score of 46 is higher than 72% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Rentokil Initial's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Rentokil Initial reported total carbon emissions of approximately 295,617,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 20,941,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 78,885,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This represents a slight increase in total emissions compared to 2023, where total emissions were approximately 407,286,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 294,006,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 21,614,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 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 includes a commitment to net zero by 2050. Overall, Rentokil Initial is actively working towards reducing its carbon footprint through specific targets and initiatives, demonstrating a commitment to sustainability and climate action.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Rentokil Initial's primary industry is Chemical and fertilizer minerals, salt and other mining and quarrying products n.e.c., which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Rentokil Initial is in GB, which has a very high grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Rentokil Initial is participating in some of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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