Stark
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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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 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 74,384,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 19,399,000 kg CO2e. The majority of emissions stemmed from Scope 3, amounting to around 4,150,000,000 kg CO2e, which includes categories such as purchased goods and services (approximately 3,244,472,000 kg CO2e) and end-of-life treatment of sold products (about 728,354,000 kg CO2e). For the UK operations in 2024, Stark's emissions were reported at 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 to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. In the near term, the company plans to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 16.8% by 2024 and by 42% by 2030. Additionally, Scope 3 emissions are targeted for a reduction of 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 reporting.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 9,733,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 15,277,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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