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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In 2024, Rotork's total carbon emissions amounted to approximately 347,830,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 3,533,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) at around 2,344,000 kg CO2e, and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled approximately 341,953,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, committing to a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using 2020 as the baseline year. Additionally, Rotork aims to achieve net-zero emissions for Scope 1 and 2 by 2035 and for Scope 3 by 2045. In the UK, Rotork reported Scope 1 and 2 emissions of approximately 854,000 kg CO2e (market-based) in 2023. The company has previously achieved an 18% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions from 2017 to 2020, equating to a reduction of 9.5% per £1 million of revenue. Rotork's commitments align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which includes a target to reduce Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products by 25% by 2030. Furthermore, the company aims for 25% of its suppliers, by emissions, to have science-based targets by 2027. These initiatives reflect Rotork's dedication to sustainability and its proactive approach to addressing climate change.
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2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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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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