Rotork Sustainability Profile
Rotork plc, headquartered in Great Britain, is a leading global provider of flow control and instrumentation solutions. Founded in 1957, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including Europe, North America, and Asia-Pacific. Specialising in the design and manufacture of electric, pneumatic, and hydraulic actuators, Rotork is renowned for its innovative products that enhance efficiency and reliability in various industries, such as oil and gas, water and wastewater, and power generation. With a commitment to quality and technological advancement, Rotork has achieved significant milestones, including the development of smart actuator technology that integrates seamlessly with modern control systems. The company’s market position is bolstered by its extensive portfolio of services, including maintenance and support, ensuring customers receive comprehensive solutions tailored to their needs.
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Rotork's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Rotork's carbon emissions in Great Britain totalled approximately 724,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 emissions combined, with a location-based total of about 1,247,000 kg CO2e. Globally, their emissions reached approximately 347,830,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 3,533,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 2,344,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and a significant 341,953,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Rotork has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions for Scope 1 and 2 by 2035 and for Scope 3 by 2045. They have also established a target to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2020 as the baseline year. Additionally, they aim to reduce Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products by 25% by 2030 and ensure that 25% of their suppliers by emissions covering purchased goods and services have science-based targets by 2027. Notably, Rotork achieved an 18% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions from 2017 to 2020, equating to a reduction of about 9.5% per £1 million of revenue. These initiatives reflect Rotork's commitment to sustainability and alignment with industry standards for climate action.
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| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 4,448,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 5,396,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Rotork's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Rotork's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 9% last year and decreased by approximately 14% since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 74% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Rotork's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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.
Rotork 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.
