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Unilever Sri Lanka Limited Sustainability Profile

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Unilever Sri Lanka Limited, a subsidiary of the global consumer goods giant Unilever, is headquartered in Colombo, LK. Established in 1938, the company has significantly contributed to the local economy and has become a household name across the island. Operating primarily in the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector, Unilever Sri Lanka focuses on key business areas such as personal care, home care, and food and beverages. With a diverse portfolio that includes iconic brands like Dove, Lipton, and Surf, Unilever Sri Lanka is renowned for its commitment to quality and sustainability. The company has achieved notable milestones, including numerous awards for innovation and corporate responsibility, solidifying its position as a market leader in the region. Through its dedication to enhancing everyday lives, Unilever Sri Lanka continues to set benchmarks in the industry.

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79

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Cereal Grains 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.

12

Industry Benchmark

Unilever Sri Lanka Limited's score of 79 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Unilever Sri Lanka Limited's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Unilever PLC

Unilever Sri Lanka Limited currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. The company is a current subsidiary of Unilever PLC, which cascades its climate commitments and emissions data down to its subsidiaries. Unilever PLC has set ambitious climate targets, including commitments to reduce greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain. These initiatives are part of a broader strategy to achieve net-zero emissions by 2039, with significant focus on Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. While specific reduction targets for Unilever Sri Lanka Limited are not detailed, the company aligns with the sustainability goals established by its parent organisation, Unilever PLC. This includes participation in initiatives such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), and the RE100 commitment to renewable energy. As a subsidiary, Unilever Sri Lanka Limited is expected to contribute to these overarching goals, although specific local targets or achievements have not been disclosed. The commitment to sustainability and climate action remains a core focus for the organisation, reflecting the industry's shift towards more responsible environmental practices.

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Scope 1
1,167,662,000
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000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 2
1,618,220,000
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0,000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 3
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00,000,000,000
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00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Unilever Sri Lanka Limited's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Unilever Sri Lanka Limited's primary industry is Cereal Grains, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Unilever Sri Lanka Limited'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 Unilever Sri Lanka Limited is in LK, which has a medium grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Unilever Sri Lanka Limited's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Unilever Sri Lanka Limited's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 3% last year and decreased by approximately 5% since 2010, 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 98% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Use of Sold Products
98%
Purchased Goods and Services
78%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
7%
Downstream Leased Assets
5%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
3%

Unilever Sri Lanka Limited'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.

Unilever Sri Lanka Limited has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. 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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