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John Keells Holdings

John Keells Holdings PLC, headquartered in Colombo, Sri Lanka (LK), is a leading conglomerate with a diverse portfolio spanning multiple industries, including hospitality, property development, retail, and food and beverage. Founded in 1870, the company has established itself as a key player in the Sri Lankan market, with significant operations across the Indian Ocean region. Renowned for its innovative approach, John Keells Holdings offers unique products and services, such as premium hotel experiences and a wide range of consumer goods. The company has achieved notable milestones, including the development of iconic properties and a strong presence in the retail sector through its Keells Supermarkets. With a commitment to sustainability and excellence, John Keells Holdings continues to solidify its market position as a trusted name in Sri Lanka's business landscape.

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50

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Business Services 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.

25

Industry Benchmark

John Keells Holdings's score of 50 is higher than 73% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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John Keells Holdings's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, John Keells Holdings reported total carbon emissions of approximately 19,802,010 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 12,119,530 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at around 7,682,480 kg CO2e. The previous year, 2023, saw higher total emissions of about 29,781,210 kg CO2e, which included Scope 1 emissions of approximately 14,602,570 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of about 15,178,640 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of around 7,262,900 kg CO2e. John Keells Holdings has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2050. This target applies to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, with the initiative starting in 2023. The company is currently on track to meet its five-year goals for these scopes, demonstrating a proactive approach to reducing its carbon footprint. The GHG emissions intensity for 2024 was reported at 0.01316 kg CO2e per unit of revenue, indicating a focus on improving efficiency alongside emissions reductions. As the company progresses towards its net-zero goal, it continues to monitor and report its emissions, reflecting a commitment to transparency and sustainability in its operations.

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Scope 1
22,244,000
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Scope 2
74,577,000
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0,000,000
Scope 3
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0,000,000
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. John Keells Holdings's primary industry is Other business services (74), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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 John Keells Holdings is in LK, which has a high grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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John Keells Holdings 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
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