Public Profile

Rentokil Initial

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.

DitchCarbon Score

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.

27

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.

16

Industry Benchmark

Rentokil Initial's score of 27 is higher than 89% 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 2023, Rentokil Initial reported total carbon emissions of approximately 407,286,000 kg CO2e, comprising 294,006,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 21,614,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 78,122,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects the company's ongoing commitment to transparency in its carbon footprint across all scopes. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, including a long-term target to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, as part of its Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) commitment. This target encompasses all scopes of emissions, demonstrating Rentokil's dedication to comprehensive climate action. Over the years, Rentokil has made significant strides in reducing its emissions. For instance, in 2020, the total emissions were reported at approximately 235,379,000 kg CO2e, indicating a proactive approach to managing and reducing its carbon footprint. The company continues to focus on sustainability and environmental responsibility, aligning its operations with global climate goals.

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Scope 1
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Scope 2
134,000,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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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 medium 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. Rentokil Initial is headquartered in GB, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

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 committed to some reduction initiatives 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
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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