Viridor
Viridor Limited, a leading player in the waste management and recycling industry, is headquartered in Taunton, Somerset, with significant operations across the UK. Founded in 1956, the company has evolved to become a key provider of sustainable waste solutions, focusing on recycling, resource recovery, and energy generation. Viridor's core services include waste collection, recycling, and the operation of energy-from-waste facilities, which set it apart through innovative technologies and a commitment to sustainability. The company has achieved notable milestones, including the development of advanced recycling facilities and a strong market position as one of the UK's largest waste management firms. With a focus on circular economy principles, Viridor continues to lead the way in transforming waste into valuable resources, contributing to a greener future.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Viridor'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.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Viridor's score of 44 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Viridor's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Viridor reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1.5 million tonnes CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions accounting for about 1.5 million tonnes, Scope 2 emissions at around 4.4 million tonnes, and Scope 3 emissions at about 9 million tonnes CO2e. This represents a significant reduction from previous years, as their total emissions were approximately 1.9 million tonnes CO2e in 2022. Viridor has committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, aligning with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Their long-term targets encompass all scopes of emissions, demonstrating a comprehensive approach to climate action. The company has also made strides in reducing its carbon intensity, with a reported carbon intensity measure of 430.0 tonnes CO2e per tonne of waste processed in 2023. Overall, Viridor's climate commitments reflect a proactive stance in addressing carbon emissions within the solid waste management sector, aiming for substantial reductions in the coming decades.
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Add to project2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2019 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,429,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 24,528,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 10,341,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Viridor is committed to some reduction initiatives 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.
