Cintas Sustainability Profile
Cintas Corporation, commonly referred to as Cintas, is a leading provider of uniform rental services and workplace supplies, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1968, the company has established a strong presence across North America, with operations extending into various sectors, including healthcare, hospitality, and manufacturing. Cintas is renowned for its comprehensive range of products and services, including uniform rental, facility services, and first aid and safety supplies. What sets Cintas apart is its commitment to quality and customer service, ensuring that businesses maintain a professional image while prioritising employee safety. With a robust market position, Cintas has achieved numerous accolades, including recognition for its sustainability initiatives and workplace culture. The company continues to innovate, solidifying its status as a trusted partner for businesses seeking reliable and efficient solutions.
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Cintas's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Cintas Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,740,442,000 kg CO2e, comprising 540,217,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 102,225,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 1,262,123,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This represents a slight increase in total emissions compared to 2023, where total emissions were about 1,869,693,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 533,136,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 106,030,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 1,230,527,000 kg CO2e. Cintas has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. This includes a target to achieve a 50% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, based on a 2018 baseline. In FY21, Cintas successfully reduced its total CO2e emissions from U.S. rental operations by 7.8% for both Scope 1 and Scope 2. Cintas's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, and all reported figures are derived directly from Cintas Corporation's disclosures. The company is actively exploring strategies to reduce its Scope 3 emissions, which are significant in its overall carbon footprint.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 617,012,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 154,064,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,044,609,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Cintas'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.
Cintas 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.
