Rexel
Rexel, a leading global distributor of electrical supplies, is headquartered in France and operates extensively across Europe, North America, and Asia-Pacific. Founded in 1967, the company has established itself as a key player in the electrical distribution industry, focusing on providing innovative solutions for professionals in various sectors, including construction, industrial, and energy management. Rexel offers a comprehensive range of products and services, including electrical equipment, automation solutions, and energy efficiency products. What sets Rexel apart is its commitment to sustainability and digital transformation, enabling customers to optimise their operations. With a strong market position, Rexel has achieved notable milestones, including numerous awards for its customer service and sustainability initiatives, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner in the electrical supply chain.
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Industry Average
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Rexel's score of 93 is higher than 96% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Rexel's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Rexel reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 72,188,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, about 12,061,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and a staggering 63,809,778,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This represents a significant portion of their overall carbon footprint, with Scope 3 emissions primarily driven by the use of sold products, which alone accounted for about 50,878,979,000 kg CO2e. Rexel has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 60% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, compared to a 2016 baseline. Additionally, they target a 45% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products within the same timeframe. Long-term goals include achieving a 90% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions and a 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2050, also based on 2016 levels. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Rexel's commitment to reaching net-zero emissions across its value chain by 2050. The company is actively working to upgrade its CO2 roadmap to meet these targets, demonstrating a strong commitment to sustainability and climate action.
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| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 77,892,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 45,357,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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