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.
How does Rentokil Initial's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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Rentokil Initial's score of 55 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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. This reflects their ongoing commitment to transparency in carbon reporting. The company has set ambitious climate targets, aiming for net zero carbon emissions across all operations by 2040. Additionally, they have established a near-term goal to reduce emissions intensity by 20% by the end of 2025, using 2019 as the baseline year. This target applies to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. In the UK, for 2023, Rentokil Initial reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 17,640,360 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of about 864,560 kg CO2e. This data underscores their commitment to reducing their carbon footprint while maintaining operational efficiency. Furthermore, Rentokil Initial is targeting a significant 70% reduction in emissions from fumigation activities by 2030, demonstrating their proactive approach to sustainability within their service offerings. Overall, these initiatives reflect Rentokil Initial's dedication to addressing climate change and reducing their environmental impact.
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2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 177,665,000 | 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 | 26,832,000 | 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 |
Scope 3 | 34,850,000 | 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 |
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