Centrica
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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How does Centrica'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.
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Industry Benchmark
Centrica's score of 72 is higher than 99% 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 for Scope 1, 7,706,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and a significant 21,860,510,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions, bringing the total emissions from Scope 1 and 2 to about 17,338,820,000 kg CO2e. This reflects a continued commitment to reducing their carbon footprint as part of their climate strategy. Centrica has set ambitious targets to achieve net zero emissions by 2045, with an interim goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 40% by 2034 from 2019 levels. This target encompasses all scopes of emissions, including Scope 1 and Scope 2, which are directly associated with their operations. The company aims to align its reduction efforts with science-based targets to limit global warming to 1.5°C. In 2023, the company reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 542,244,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of about 5,299,000 kg CO2e in Great Britain, indicating a proactive approach to monitoring and managing their emissions. Centrica's long-term climate commitments include a focus on decarbonising power, heat, and transport, demonstrating their dedication to sustainability and environmental responsibility. The company is on track to meet its reduction targets, reinforcing its role as a leader in the energy sector's transition towards a low-carbon future.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,698,388,000 | 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 | 38,734,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 126,137,878,000 | 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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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
Centrica is participating in some 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.
