Centrica Sustainability Profile
Centrica plc, a leading energy services and solutions company, is headquartered in the United Kingdom. Founded in 1997, Centrica has established itself as a key player in the energy sector, primarily operating in the UK, North America, and Europe. The company is renowned for its core services, including electricity and gas supply, energy management, and home services, which are designed to enhance customer experience and promote sustainability. With a commitment to innovation, Centrica has made significant strides in the energy transition, focusing on renewable energy and smart technology solutions. The company has achieved notable milestones, such as its investment in low-carbon energy projects, positioning itself as a market leader in the evolving energy landscape. Centrica's dedication to customer-centric services and sustainable practices continues to drive its success in the competitive energy market.
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Industry Average
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Centrica's score of 75 is higher than 86% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Centrica's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Centrica reported total carbon emissions of approximately 17,261,770,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 7,706,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 21,860,510,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a slight increase in Scope 1 emissions from 16,784,570,000 kg CO2e in 2023, while Scope 2 emissions rose from 7,383,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 40% reduction in total carbon emissions by 2034 from 2019 levels, with a long-term goal of achieving net zero emissions by 2045. Centrica's interim targets include a 20% reduction in its core internal carbon footprint by 2025, which has already been met ahead of schedule. Additionally, the company successfully reduced its Central Power Generation carbon intensity by 55% by 2020, surpassing its initial target. These commitments align with the company's broader strategy to support the transition to a low-carbon economy and demonstrate accountability in its emissions reporting. Centrica's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, ensuring that the figures reflect its direct operational impact. The company continues to measure, report, and reduce its emissions in line with the Paris Agreement, reinforcing its commitment to sustainability and responsible business practices.
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| 2008 | 2012 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 10,781,982,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 113,098,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | - | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Centrica'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.
Centrica 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.
