Vp Sustainability Profile
Vp plc, headquartered in Great Britain, is a leading provider of equipment rental services, specialising in sectors such as construction, infrastructure, and events. Founded in 1954, the company has established a strong presence across the UK and internationally, with operations extending to Europe and beyond. Vp plc offers a diverse range of products, including portable accommodation, ground engineering solutions, and power generation equipment, all designed to meet the specific needs of its clients. The company is recognised for its commitment to quality and innovation, ensuring that its offerings stand out in a competitive market. With a robust market position, Vp plc has achieved significant milestones, including numerous industry awards and a reputation for reliability and customer service excellence. This makes Vp plc a trusted partner for businesses seeking efficient and effective rental solutions.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Vp's score of 67 is higher than 82% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Vp's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Vp plc reported total carbon emissions of approximately 373,191,000 kg CO2e, comprising 15,137,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 209,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and a significant 357,821,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions include 64,897,000 kg CO2e from capital goods and 136,689,000 kg CO2e from the use of sold products. Vp plc has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by FY2050. Near-term targets include a 50.4% reduction in absolute Scope 1 emissions by FY2032 from a FY2023 baseline and a 50% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services, capital goods, use of sold products, and downstream leased assets within the same timeframe. Additionally, Vp plc plans to increase its annual sourcing of renewable electricity from 87% in FY2023 to 100% by FY2030. The company also aims to reduce energy consumption intensity by 20% by 2025 from a 2021 baseline for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Long-term, Vp plc targets a 90% reduction in absolute emissions across all scopes by FY2050, including land-related emissions and removals from bioenergy feedstocks. This data is cascaded from Vp plc, which is committed to aligning its targets with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure that its emissions reductions are consistent with the goals of the Paris Agreement.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 16,778,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 2,767,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 3,906,000 | 0,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Vp's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Vp's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 1% last year and increased significantly since 2020, 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 38% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Vp'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.
Vp has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
