Viridor
Viridor, a leading waste management company headquartered in Great Britain, has been at the forefront of the recycling and resource management industry since its establishment in 1956. With a strong operational presence across the UK, Viridor focuses on transforming waste into valuable resources, offering innovative solutions in recycling, energy recovery, and landfill management. The company is renowned for its advanced recycling facilities and energy-from-waste plants, which set it apart in the competitive landscape. Viridor's commitment to sustainability and circular economy principles has positioned it as a key player in the industry, achieving significant milestones in waste diversion and carbon reduction. With a robust portfolio of services, Viridor continues to drive positive environmental change while maintaining a strong market presence.
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Viridor's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Viridor reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,499,009,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes about 1,485,662,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 4,354,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 8,992,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. The total emissions for 2022 were about 1,933,253,000 kg CO2e, indicating a significant reduction in emissions year-on-year. Viridor's emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, Viridor Limited, which operates as a current subsidiary. The company has not set specific reduction targets under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges, and there are no documented reduction initiatives available. The carbon intensity measures for 2023 indicate that the total Scope 1 and 2 emissions per £100,000 revenue were approximately 0.002203 kg CO2e, with a carbon intensity of 430.0 kg CO2e per tonne of waste processed. In comparison, the 2022 figures showed a slightly higher carbon intensity of 450.0 kg CO2e per tonne of waste processed. Overall, while Viridor has made strides in reducing its emissions, the absence of formal reduction targets suggests a need for further commitment to climate action.
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| 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,429,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 24,528,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 10,341,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Viridor is not participating in any 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.
