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Compass Group PLC

Compass Group PLC, headquartered in Great Britain, is a leading global provider of food and support services. Founded in 1941, the company has grown significantly, establishing a presence in over 45 countries across Europe, North America, and Asia. Operating primarily in the foodservice industry, Compass Group offers a diverse range of services, including catering, vending, and facilities management. Their commitment to quality and sustainability sets them apart, with innovative solutions tailored to various sectors such as healthcare, education, and corporate environments. Recognised for their market leadership, Compass Group has achieved numerous accolades, reflecting their dedication to excellence and customer satisfaction. With a strong focus on operational efficiency and sustainability, they continue to redefine the standards of service in the industry.

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How does Compass Group PLC'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.

71

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Hospitality 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.

20

Industry Benchmark

Compass Group PLC's score of 71 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Compass Group PLC's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Compass Group PLC reported total carbon emissions of approximately 12,200,000,000 kg CO2e globally, with significant contributions from Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 156,924,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions amounted to approximately 51,271,000 kg CO2e (market-based) and 55,364,000 kg CO2e (location-based). The majority of emissions, approximately 11,965,107,000 kg CO2e, were classified under Scope 3. In the UK, the company reported Scope 1 emissions of about 1,555,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 2,208,000 kg CO2e (location-based) for the same year. Compass Group has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint. The company aims to achieve a 46% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, it has committed to reducing absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions from purchased goods and services by 28% by 2030. Furthermore, Compass Group has pledged to reach net-zero emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. These commitments align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect the company's dedication to addressing climate change and reducing its environmental impact.

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20172018201920202021202220232024
Scope 1
128,154,000
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Scope 2
8,376,000
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00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
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00,000,000,000
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00,000,000,000
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00,000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Compass Group PLC's primary industry is Hotel and restaurant services (55), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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 Compass Group PLC is in GB, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Compass Group PLC 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.

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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