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Stark Sustainability Profile

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Stark Group, commonly referred to as Stark, is a leading player in the Nordic construction and building materials industry, headquartered in Denmark (DK). Founded in 1896, Stark has established a strong presence across Denmark, Sweden, Norway, and Finland, providing a comprehensive range of products and services tailored to the needs of construction professionals. Specialising in timber, building materials, and tools, Stark distinguishes itself through its commitment to quality and sustainability. The company has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for innovation and customer service excellence, solidifying its market position as a trusted partner in the construction sector. With a focus on delivering exceptional value and expertise, Stark continues to support the evolving demands of the industry while maintaining a strong dedication to environmental responsibility.

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85

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Retail Trade Services 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.

28

Industry Benchmark

Stark's score of 85 is higher than 91% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Stark's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Stark reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,240,000,000 kg CO2e globally, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for about 4,150,000,000 kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were approximately 74,384,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled about 19,399,000 kg CO2e. In the UK, Stark's emissions for the same year were approximately 1,450,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 45,416,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 686,000 kg CO2e. Stark has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions by 2050. The company has established near-term targets to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 16.8% by 2024 and by 42% by 2030. Additionally, they aim to reduce Scope 3 emissions by 5% by 2024 and 12.3% by 2030. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Stark's commitment to sustainable practices across all scopes of emissions. The emissions data is sourced directly from Stark Group A/S, ensuring accuracy and transparency in their climate reporting.

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201620172018201920202021202220232024
Scope 1
167,000
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000,000
000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 2
15,277
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0,000
0,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
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-
-
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Stark's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Stark's primary industry is Retail trade services, except of motor vehicles and motorcycles; repair services of personal and household goods (52), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Stark's Location?

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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 Stark is in DK, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Stark's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Stark's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 5% last year and increased significantly 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 "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 78% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
78%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
18%
Capital Goods
1%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
<1%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Use of Sold Products
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Business Travel
<1%

Stark'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.

Stark 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.

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