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Travis Perkins

Travis Perkins plc, a leading name in the UK building materials and home improvement sector, is headquartered in Northampton, GB. Founded in 1797, the company has evolved into a major supplier, serving both trade professionals and DIY enthusiasts across England, Wales, and Scotland. Specialising in a wide range of products, including timber, plumbing, and electrical supplies, Travis Perkins stands out for its commitment to quality and customer service. The company operates a network of over 600 branches, making it a convenient choice for construction and renovation projects. With a strong market position, Travis Perkins has achieved notable milestones, including its listing on the London Stock Exchange. Its extensive product range and dedication to sustainability further solidify its reputation as a trusted partner in the building industry.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Travis Perkins'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.

68

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.

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Industry Benchmark

Travis Perkins's score of 68 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Travis Perkins's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Travis Perkins reported total carbon emissions of approximately 6,289,270,000 kg CO2e in Great Britain, with Scope 1 emissions at about 44,440,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions reaching approximately 6,244,830,000 kg CO2e. The company's global emissions for the same year were about 6,530,092,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 45,537,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 402,000 kg CO2e. Travis Perkins has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net zero emissions for Scope 1 and 2 by 2035, with a target of at least 80% reduction from a 2020 baseline. Additionally, the company is committed to a 63% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2035, also based on 2020 levels. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to support the global effort to limit warming to 1.5°C. The company has made significant strides in its sustainability efforts, focusing on reducing its carbon footprint across all scopes of emissions. As part of its long-term strategy, Travis Perkins is actively working towards these reduction goals to enhance its environmental performance and contribute to climate action.

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61,297,000
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Scope 2
17,794,000
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Scope 3
8,467,124,000
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Travis Perkins'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.

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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 Travis Perkins is in GB, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Travis Perkins is participating in some of the initiatives that 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
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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