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Transport Equipment Manufacturing
GB
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Wincanton plc Sustainability Profile

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Wincanton plc, a leading logistics and supply chain solutions provider, is headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1925, the company has established a strong presence across the UK and Ireland, specialising in sectors such as retail, consumer goods, and construction. Wincanton offers a diverse range of services, including transport, warehousing, and supply chain management, distinguished by its commitment to innovation and sustainability. With a focus on delivering tailored solutions, Wincanton has achieved significant milestones, including partnerships with major retailers and advancements in technology-driven logistics. The company is recognised for its market leadership, consistently ranking among the top logistics providers in the UK. Wincanton's dedication to operational excellence and customer satisfaction sets it apart in the competitive logistics landscape.

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49

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Transport Equipment Manufacturing 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.

25

Industry Benchmark

Wincanton plc's score of 49 is higher than 72% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

72%

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Wincanton plc's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Wincanton plc reported total carbon emissions of approximately 79,480,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 149,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and about 67,039,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions, resulting in a combined total of approximately 260,437,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2. This data reflects a significant reduction from 2023, where total emissions were about 15,830,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 17,079,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and approximately 71,435,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3, culminating in a total of around 330,865,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2. Wincanton's emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, Wincanton Limited, indicating a corporate family relationship. 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 currently in place. Overall, Wincanton plc's emissions profile highlights the ongoing challenges and opportunities in managing carbon emissions within the logistics sector, particularly as they work towards improving their sustainability practices.

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Scope 1
94,856,000
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0,000,000
Scope 2
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00,000,000
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00,000,000
Scope 3
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00,000,000
00,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Wincanton plc's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Wincanton plc's primary industry is Transport Equipment Manufacturing, which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Wincanton plc'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 Wincanton plc is in GB, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Wincanton plc'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.

Wincanton plc 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
Reduction Actions

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